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Fri, 25 Aug 2017 15:23:50 +0000Fri, 25 Aug 2017 15:23:50 +000060enAll rights reservedfeeds@soundcloud.com (SoundCloud Feeds)Latino USA is the foremost Latino voice in public media and the longest running Latino-focused program on radio. As the most consistent voice reporting on Latino news and culture since 1992, Futuro Media Group’s Latino USA (LUSA) brings depth of experience, on-the-ground connections and knowledge of current and emerging issues impacting Latinos and other people of color to every broadcast. Reporting stories about diversity, culture, civic dialogue and how people live (and struggle) with difference in community is the bedrock of Latino USA.Latino USA is the foremost Latino voice in public…latinousafeeds@soundcloud.comlatinousanohttp://i1.sndcdn.com/avatars-000059737315-ogmsth-original.jpglatinousahttp://www.latinousa.org
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/339460629Latino USA Meets New Faces of 'Narcos' Ahead of Season 3 PremiereFri, 25 Aug 2017 15:23:50 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/latino-usa-meets-new-faces-of-narcos-ahead-of-season-3-premiere
00:05:44latinousanoPart of our conversation with Chilean actor Pedro Pascal, who plays one of the Netflix series' main characters; Spanish actor Miguel Angel Silvestre, who plays a money launderer for the drug cartel; and Guatemala native Arturo Castro, who goes from playing the sweet gay best-friend in Broad City, to playing the son of a cartel bossman in this season.
Image courtesy of Netflix.Part of our conversation with Chilean actor Pedro…Part of our conversation with Chilean actor Pedro Pascal, who plays one of the Netflix series' main characters; Spanish actor Miguel Angel Silvestre, who plays a money launderer for the drug cartel; and Guatemala native Arturo Castro, who goes from playing the sweet gay best-friend in Broad City, to playing the son of a cartel bossman in this season.
Image courtesy of Netflix.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/329389495You Are Cordially Invited to Hailey’s QuinceañeraWed, 21 Jun 2017 21:08:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/quinceanera
00:49:00latinousanoYou Are Cordially Invited to Hailey’s Quinceañera by latinousaYou Are Cordially Invited to Hailey’s Quinceañera…You Are Cordially Invited to Hailey’s Quinceañera by latinousatag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/329389089The USA v. Oscar López RiveraWed, 21 Jun 2017 21:05:47 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-usa-v-oscar-lopez-rivera
00:48:18latinousanoThe USA v. Oscar López Rivera by latinousaThe USA v. Oscar López Rivera by latinousaThe USA v. Oscar López Rivera by latinousatag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/329387938The Strange Death of José de JesúsWed, 21 Jun 2017 20:57:23 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/jose-de-jesus
01:36:04latinousanoPart 1 and 2Part 1 and 2Part 1 and 2tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/324143588From "Unheard but Unafraid: The Story of the San Antonio 4"Tue, 23 May 2017 19:03:04 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/from-unheard-but-unafraid-the-story-of-the-san-antonio-4
00:09:58latinousanoThe following segment is from Latino USA's "Unheard but Unafraid: The Story of the San Antonio 4" story, which first aired on August 12, 2016. To listen to the entire story, visit http://latinousa.org/2016/08/12/san-antonio-4/The following segment is from Latino USA's "Unhea…The following segment is from Latino USA's "Unheard but Unafraid: The Story of the San Antonio 4" story, which first aired on August 12, 2016. To listen to the entire story, visit http://latinousa.org/2016/08/12/san-antonio-4/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/324143319From "The USA v. Oscar López Rivera"Tue, 23 May 2017 19:01:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/from-the-usa-v-oscar-lopez-rivera
00:09:30latinousanoThe following segment is from Latino USA's one-hour episode, "The USA v. Oscar López Rivera," which aired in January, 2017.
Who is a freedom fighter, who is a terrorist, and who gets to decide?
For the complete episode, go to http://latinousa.org/episode/usa-v-oscar-lopez-rivera/The following segment is from Latino USA's one-ho…The following segment is from Latino USA's one-hour episode, "The USA v. Oscar López Rivera," which aired in January, 2017.
Who is a freedom fighter, who is a terrorist, and who gets to decide?
For the complete episode, go to http://latinousa.org/episode/usa-v-oscar-lopez-rivera/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/324142988From "The Strange Death of José De Jesús"Tue, 23 May 2017 18:58:29 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/from-the-strange-death-of-jose-de-jesus
00:10:13latinousanoThe following segment is from a special two-part radio series which broadcast in July, 2016.
NPR’s Latino USA investigates the unusual death of a man in an U.S. immigrant detention center, and what his death tells us about conditions —especially mental health services— inside the immigrant detention system. This investigation was reported with assistance from The Marshall Project. For the complete two-part series, go to http://latinousa.org/josedejesus/The following segment is from a special two-part …The following segment is from a special two-part radio series which broadcast in July, 2016.
NPR’s Latino USA investigates the unusual death of a man in an U.S. immigrant detention center, and what his death tells us about conditions —especially mental health services— inside the immigrant detention system. This investigation was reported with assistance from The Marshall Project. For the complete two-part series, go to http://latinousa.org/josedejesus/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/324142043Puerto Rico, You Lovely IslandTue, 23 May 2017 18:52:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/puerto-rico-you-lovely-island
00:09:59latinousanoA 2016 segment from our sister podcast, In The Thick (inthethick.org)
In this conversation, Maria Hinojosa leads a discussion about the almost unbelievably complex relationship between Puerto Rico and the US with guests Sandra Lilley, Managing Editor of NBC Latino, Natascha Otero, a leader of South Florida’s chapter of the National Puerto Rican Agenda, and Julio Ricardo Varela, Political Editor for the Futuro Media Group.A 2016 segment from our sister podcast, In The Th…A 2016 segment from our sister podcast, In The Thick (inthethick.org)
In this conversation, Maria Hinojosa leads a discussion about the almost unbelievably complex relationship between Puerto Rico and the US with guests Sandra Lilley, Managing Editor of NBC Latino, Natascha Otero, a leader of South Florida’s chapter of the National Puerto Rican Agenda, and Julio Ricardo Varela, Political Editor for the Futuro Media Group.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/311561212Puerto Rican Artists Show Jones Act’s ‘Complicated Identity Struggle’ Through ArtThu, 09 Mar 2017 19:13:06 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/puerto-rican-artists-show-jones-acts-complicated-identity-struggle-through-art
00:04:05latinousanoThis month Puerto Ricans commemorated the centennial of the Jones Act, the first piece of legislation that gave Puerto Ricans a pathway to U.S. citizenship. Starting in 1917, people born in Puerto Rico, a territory of the U.S, were able to become American citizens through naturalization, and they did so for about 20 years.
"It's a complicated identity struggle with our people," said Adrián Viajero Roman, co-founder of Defend Puerto Rico.
Viajero Roman curated a show called “CitiCien: 100 Artists 100 Years of the Jones Act,” an exhibition that gathers the work Puerto Rican artists to shine a light on how this law impacted Puerto Rican history.
Latino USA intern Nicole Acevedo visited the show and brings us the voices of some of those artists.
Click here for the full story: http://latinousa.org/2017/03/09/puerto-rican-artists-show-jones-acts-complicated-identity-struggle-art/This month Puerto Ricans commemorated the centenn…This month Puerto Ricans commemorated the centennial of the Jones Act, the first piece of legislation that gave Puerto Ricans a pathway to U.S. citizenship. Starting in 1917, people born in Puerto Rico, a territory of the U.S, were able to become American citizens through naturalization, and they did so for about 20 years.
"It's a complicated identity struggle with our people," said Adrián Viajero Roman, co-founder of Defend Puerto Rico.
Viajero Roman curated a show called “CitiCien: 100 Artists 100 Years of the Jones Act,” an exhibition that gathers the work Puerto Rican artists to shine a light on how this law impacted Puerto Rican history.
Latino USA intern Nicole Acevedo visited the show and brings us the voices of some of those artists.
Click here for the full story: http://latinousa.org/2017/03/09/puerto-rican-artists-show-jones-acts-complicated-identity-struggle-art/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/302418841Almodóvar on 'Julieta' and US PoliticsThu, 12 Jan 2017 22:32:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/almodovar-on-julieta-and-us-politics
00:05:26latinousano'Julieta' is out in theaters now, and to hear how Almodóvar feels about its place relative to the rest of his films, listen to a snippet of Latino USA’s interview with the director.
http://latinousa.org/2017/01/12/almodovar-julieta-us-politics/'Julieta' is out in theaters now, and to hear how…'Julieta' is out in theaters now, and to hear how Almodóvar feels about its place relative to the rest of his films, listen to a snippet of Latino USA’s interview with the director.
http://latinousa.org/2017/01/12/almodovar-julieta-us-politics/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/286466122The Day Selena’s MAC Collection Hit StoresThu, 06 Oct 2016 23:44:17 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-day-selenas-mac-collection-hit-stores
00:08:13latinousanoTwenty-one years after her death, Tejano singer and pop culture icon Selena Quintanilla Perez once again became immortalized. It all started when Patty Rodriguez launched an online petition over a year ago with a single mission: to get MAC Cosmetics to release a “Selena Quintanilla for MAC” limited edition collection. A few months and 38,000 signatures later, MAC said the magic words, “It’s happening! We are excited to announce the MAC Selena Quintanilla collection, available in 2016.” Fans of the Tejano singer would soon have the chance to hold Selena-inspired products made by a global beauty brand. The company went on to say, “Like the legend herself, Selena Quintanilla’s fans are an inspiration to us all for their love and enthusiasm.” Her fans clamored and someone finally listened.
Thanks to the efforts of those thousands of fans, that day has arrived.
Full story: http://latinousa.org/2016/10/06/selena-mac-collection/Twenty-one years after her death, Tejano singer a…Twenty-one years after her death, Tejano singer and pop culture icon Selena Quintanilla Perez once again became immortalized. It all started when Patty Rodriguez launched an online petition over a year ago with a single mission: to get MAC Cosmetics to release a “Selena Quintanilla for MAC” limited edition collection. A few months and 38,000 signatures later, MAC said the magic words, “It’s happening! We are excited to announce the MAC Selena Quintanilla collection, available in 2016.” Fans of the Tejano singer would soon have the chance to hold Selena-inspired products made by a global beauty brand. The company went on to say, “Like the legend herself, Selena Quintanilla’s fans are an inspiration to us all for their love and enthusiasm.” Her fans clamored and someone finally listened.
Thanks to the efforts of those thousands of fans, that day has arrived.
Full story: http://latinousa.org/2016/10/06/selena-mac-collection/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/276492374From KERA: Maria Hinojosa Discusses THE STRANGE DEATH OF JOSÉ DE JESÚSTue, 02 Aug 2016 15:12:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/from-kera-maria-hinojosa-discusses-the-strange-death-of-jose-de-jesus
00:48:30latinousanoOn August 1, KERA's Think show talked with with Latino USA executive producer and anchor Maria Hinojosa about the two-part audio series, THE STRANGE DEATH OF JOSÉ DE JESÚS.On August 1, KERA's Think show talked with with L…On August 1, KERA's Think show talked with with Latino USA executive producer and anchor Maria Hinojosa about the two-part audio series, THE STRANGE DEATH OF JOSÉ DE JESÚS.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/274892815#1630 - The Strange Death of Jose de Jesús (Part 2)Fri, 22 Jul 2016 17:27:55 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-strange-death-of-jose-de-jesus-part-2
00:53:17latinousanoIn part two of our two-part special, we continue our investigation into the death of a man in a U.S. immigration detention center, examining surveillance video and other clues about what happened.
More info: latinousa.org/josedejesus/In part two of our two-part special, we continue …In part two of our two-part special, we continue our investigation into the death of a man in a U.S. immigration detention center, examining surveillance video and other clues about what happened.
More info: latinousa.org/josedejesus/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/273850639#1629 – The Strange Death of José de Jesús (Part 1)Fri, 15 Jul 2016 18:35:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-strange-death-of-jose-de-jesus-part-1
00:54:25latinousanoA man dies in a U.S. immigration detention center, under unusual circumstances. He is found unresponsive in his cell, with a sock stuffed down his throat. His death is ruled a suicide, but little information is put out about what happened, and the family wants answers. In this first part of a special two-part series, Latino USA investigates why José de Jesús died in the custody of the U.S. government, and what his death tells us about conditions—especially mental health services—inside the immigration detention system.
More info: http://latinousa.org/josedejesus/A man dies in a U.S. immigration detention center…A man dies in a U.S. immigration detention center, under unusual circumstances. He is found unresponsive in his cell, with a sock stuffed down his throat. His death is ruled a suicide, but little information is put out about what happened, and the family wants answers. In this first part of a special two-part series, Latino USA investigates why José de Jesús died in the custody of the U.S. government, and what his death tells us about conditions—especially mental health services—inside the immigration detention system.
More info: http://latinousa.org/josedejesus/tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/265927538Tarik DavisWed, 25 May 2016 22:10:53 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/tarik-davis
00:02:21latinousanoTarik Davis writes and performs comedy and also teaches improv to children and adults. He's performed at the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York and The Second City in Chicago.Tarik Davis writes and performs comedy and also t…Tarik Davis writes and performs comedy and also teaches improv to children and adults. He's performed at the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York and The Second City in Chicago.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/265927090Jenny YangWed, 25 May 2016 22:07:41 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/jenny-yang
00:02:38latinousanoJenny Yang is a comedian and one of the founders of Disoriented, a (mostly) female Asian-American standup tour. She's based in Los Angeles.Jenny Yang is a comedian and one of the founders …Jenny Yang is a comedian and one of the founders of Disoriented, a (mostly) female Asian-American standup tour. She's based in Los Angeles.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/265926875Jes TomWed, 25 May 2016 22:06:13 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/jes-tom
00:01:58latinousanoJes Tom is a standup comedian who's performed at Caroline's on Broadway, New York Comedy Club, Gotham, and many other venues. They're from San Francisco but currently based in New York.Jes Tom is a standup comedian who's performed at …Jes Tom is a standup comedian who's performed at Caroline's on Broadway, New York Comedy Club, Gotham, and many other venues. They're from San Francisco but currently based in New York.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/265876005This Land Is My Land: The Story of Reies López TijerinaWed, 25 May 2016 16:46:07 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/this-land-is-my-land-the-story-of-reies-lopez-tijerina
00:14:51latinousanoIn New Mexico during the 1960s, Reies López Tijerina transformed the issue of land rights into an issue of civil rights. He led a movement of Hispanos —people with Spanish, Mexican and Native American ancestry— who had lost their communal land to private landowners or government agencies and demanded it back. López Tijerina’s activism reached its peak with a shootout at a local courthouse in 1967.
Though he was controversial, López Tijerina put the fight for land ownership on a national stage in a way that challenged the basic power structure in New Mexico and the rest of the Southwest.In New Mexico during the 1960s, Reies López Tijer…In New Mexico during the 1960s, Reies López Tijerina transformed the issue of land rights into an issue of civil rights. He led a movement of Hispanos —people with Spanish, Mexican and Native American ancestry— who had lost their communal land to private landowners or government agencies and demanded it back. López Tijerina’s activism reached its peak with a shootout at a local courthouse in 1967.
Though he was controversial, López Tijerina put the fight for land ownership on a national stage in a way that challenged the basic power structure in New Mexico and the rest of the Southwest.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/252036048#1611 – Blood and Betrayal in the SouthwestTue, 15 Mar 2016 19:16:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1611-blood-and-betrayal-in-the-southwest
00:58:49latinousanoThe Southwest was once a part of Mexico, but that doesn’t mean that Mexicans have always felt welcome there. Land disputes led to segregation, discrimination and even state-sanctioned violence. Latino USA looks into the history of resistance leaders like Juan Cortina and Reies López Tijerina, the dark side of the Texas Rangers and school segregation in an episode dedicated to the often untold history of blood and betrayal in the Southwest.
Featured image: Texas Rangers mounted on horses in 1915. (PHOTO by Robert Ruynon from the Robert Runyon Photograph Collection, courtesy of the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History)
The Southwest was once a part of Mexico, but that…The Southwest was once a part of Mexico, but that doesn’t mean that Mexicans have always felt welcome there. Land disputes led to segregation, discrimination and even state-sanctioned violence. Latino USA looks into the history of resistance leaders like Juan Cortina and Reies López Tijerina, the dark side of the Texas Rangers and school segregation in an episode dedicated to the often untold history of blood and betrayal in the Southwest.
Featured image: Texas Rangers mounted on horses in 1915. (PHOTO by Robert Ruynon from the Robert Runyon Photograph Collection, courtesy of the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History)
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/250647617Sabiduría: The Outsider WithinMon, 07 Mar 2016 13:40:54 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sabiduria-the-outsider-within
00:02:20latinousanoYoung Afro-Latina entrepreneur Janel Martinez shares a brief essay about coming to terms with her identity.Young Afro-Latina entrepreneur Janel Martinez sha…Young Afro-Latina entrepreneur Janel Martinez shares a brief essay about coming to terms with her identity.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/250647607BuikaMon, 07 Mar 2016 13:40:46 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/buika
00:07:52latinousanoMallorca’s flamenco-soul-jazz singer Concha Buika is as talented as she is fearless. Maria Hinojosa talks with Buika about her music and her joy in the face of adversity.Mallorca’s flamenco-soul-jazz singer Concha Buika…Mallorca’s flamenco-soul-jazz singer Concha Buika is as talented as she is fearless. Maria Hinojosa talks with Buika about her music and her joy in the face of adversity.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/250647597Marta Moreno VegaMon, 07 Mar 2016 13:40:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/marta-moreno-vega
00:06:08latinousanoFor decades, Dr. Marta Moreno Vega has helped to define Afro-Latino identity within and outside of the United States. She joins Latino USA to talk about it, equity and cultural capital.For decades, Dr. Marta Moreno Vega has helped to …For decades, Dr. Marta Moreno Vega has helped to define Afro-Latino identity within and outside of the United States. She joins Latino USA to talk about it, equity and cultural capital.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/250647578Garifuna: A US-Honduran StoryMon, 07 Mar 2016 13:40:30 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/garifuna-a-us-honduran-story
00:18:05latinousanoHost Maria Hinojosa and producer Marlon Bishop report on the Garifuna community, both in the Bronx and in Honduras.
Host Maria Hinojosa and producer Marlon Bishop re…Host Maria Hinojosa and producer Marlon Bishop report on the Garifuna community, both in the Bronx and in Honduras.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/250647575Somos: Afro-LatinoMon, 07 Mar 2016 13:40:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/somos-afro-latino-1
00:11:53latinousanoWe hear first-person thoughts from four Afro-Latinos on their identity, experience and how Afro-Latinos are represented.
We hear first-person thoughts from four Afro-Lati…We hear first-person thoughts from four Afro-Latinos on their identity, experience and how Afro-Latinos are represented.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/250646382#1610 – Afro–LatinoMon, 07 Mar 2016 13:29:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1610-afrolatino
00:57:07latinousanoAfrican culture runs deep through Latino identity, but are Afro-Latinos underrepresented? We ask Afro-Latinos about this and meet the Garifuna, an Afro-Latino community from Honduras living in the U.S.African culture runs deep through Latino identity…African culture runs deep through Latino identity, but are Afro-Latinos underrepresented? We ask Afro-Latinos about this and meet the Garifuna, an Afro-Latino community from Honduras living in the U.S.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/249070654Being Blaxican In L.A.Fri, 26 Feb 2016 21:13:13 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/being-blaxican-in-la
00:07:00latinousanoWalter Thompson-Hernandez is Blaxican: half-Black and half-Mexican. Growing up, he didn't see or hear about anyone like him. That's why he started the Instagram account @blaxicansOfLA.Walter Thompson-Hernandez is Blaxican: half-Black…Walter Thompson-Hernandez is Blaxican: half-Black and half-Mexican. Growing up, he didn't see or hear about anyone like him. That's why he started the Instagram account @blaxicansOfLA.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/249070639Diabetes, Dialysis and Dirty Water in Central ValleyFri, 26 Feb 2016 21:13:09 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diabetes-dialysis-and-dirty-water-in-central-valley
00:10:05latinousanoCalifornia’s Central Valley is facing a health crisis: its tap water is undrinkable. And when soda is cheaper than bottled water, many residents find themselves going down an unhealthy path.California’s Central Valley is facing a health cr…California’s Central Valley is facing a health crisis: its tap water is undrinkable. And when soda is cheaper than bottled water, many residents find themselves going down an unhealthy path.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/249070626Closing California's Discipline GapFri, 26 Feb 2016 21:13:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/closing-californias-discipline-gap
00:09:20latinousanoOne high school in East Oakland is tackling its own over-suspension problem through restorative justice.
One high school in East Oakland is tackling its o…One high school in East Oakland is tackling its own over-suspension problem through restorative justice.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/249070617No JELL-O AllowedFri, 26 Feb 2016 21:13:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/no-jell-o-allowed
00:09:12latinousanoIn Oakland, an elementary school with mostly low-income Latino students is taking the notion of healthy eating pretty seriously.
It has banned all junk food from the school campus. In Oakland, an elementary school with mostly low-…In Oakland, an elementary school with mostly low-income Latino students is taking the notion of healthy eating pretty seriously.
It has banned all junk food from the school campus. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/249070603As He Was Stabbing Me, He Told Me, ‘I’m Sorry, Dad’Fri, 26 Feb 2016 21:12:51 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/as-he-was-stabbing-me-he-told-me-im-sorry-dad
00:12:21latinousanoA southern California father fights for mental health reform after trying in vain to get his schizophrenic son treatment.
A southern California father fights for mental he…A southern California father fights for mental health reform after trying in vain to get his schizophrenic son treatment.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/249070582#1609 – The Golden StateFri, 26 Feb 2016 21:12:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1609-the-golden-state
00:57:03latinousanoIn 2014, Latinos became the biggest ethnic group in California. If an issue matters in California, chances are it matters to the Latino community. On this week's episode we look at how mental health, school suspensions, and identity all play roles in this large and complex state.In 2014, Latinos became the biggest ethnic group …In 2014, Latinos became the biggest ethnic group in California. If an issue matters in California, chances are it matters to the Latino community. On this week's episode we look at how mental health, school suspensions, and identity all play roles in this large and complex state.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916992#1608 — Sticks & StonesFri, 19 Feb 2016 21:39:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1608-sticks-stones
00:58:22latinousanoBig elections bring up big talk, and this year there's plenty of rhetoric from presidential candidates, especially Donald Trump. Although this isn't new, an expert says the rhetoric of fear and the attacks from this year's campaigns are the worst he has seen. For this show NPR's Latino USA looks at how these words from Trump and others on the campaign trail are affecting us. The rhetoric may be temporary, but its effects on American public discourse may not be.Big elections bring up big talk, and this year th…Big elections bring up big talk, and this year there's plenty of rhetoric from presidential candidates, especially Donald Trump. Although this isn't new, an expert says the rhetoric of fear and the attacks from this year's campaigns are the worst he has seen. For this show NPR's Latino USA looks at how these words from Trump and others on the campaign trail are affecting us. The rhetoric may be temporary, but its effects on American public discourse may not be.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916625Hispandering: The Cristela EditionFri, 19 Feb 2016 21:36:30 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/hispandering-the-cristela-edition
00:09:06latinousanoComedian Cristela Alonzo talks us through some of the candidates’ most interesting moments of the candidates trying to win over Latino voters.Comedian Cristela Alonzo talks us through some of…Comedian Cristela Alonzo talks us through some of the candidates’ most interesting moments of the candidates trying to win over Latino voters.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916618Latinos for TrumpFri, 19 Feb 2016 21:36:27 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/latinos-for-trump
00:07:08latinousanoRepublican presidential candidates are influencing the rhetoric about Latinos, but what do Latino Republicans think?
Republican presidential candidates are influencin…Republican presidential candidates are influencing the rhetoric about Latinos, but what do Latino Republicans think?
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916595Rushing to Become Citizens After Anti-Immigrant TalkFri, 19 Feb 2016 21:36:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/rushing-to-become-citizens-after-anti-immigrant-talk
00:04:49latinousanoMany immigrants in the U.S. are working to become citizens so that they can vote. Congressman Luis Gutierrez and a coalition of immigrant rights groups are working to naturalize 1 million people.Many immigrants in the U.S. are working to become…Many immigrants in the U.S. are working to become citizens so that they can vote. Congressman Luis Gutierrez and a coalition of immigrant rights groups are working to naturalize 1 million people.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916589The Muslim-Mexican Multicultural Coalition of the WillingFri, 19 Feb 2016 21:36:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-muslim-mexican-multicultural-coalition-of-the-willing
00:08:41latinousanoIn light of words about both Mexicans and Muslims, we put a Mexican (Laura Martinez of CNET en Español) and a Muslim (Wajahat Ali, writer and former Al Jazeera America host) in a studio to discuss.In light of words about both Mexicans and Muslims…In light of words about both Mexicans and Muslims, we put a Mexican (Laura Martinez of CNET en Español) and a Muslim (Wajahat Ali, writer and former Al Jazeera America host) in a studio to discuss.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916565When Tough Talk Turns to Violence at Trump RalliesFri, 19 Feb 2016 21:35:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/when-tough-talk-turns-to-violence-at-trump-rallies
00:04:34latinousanoRonald Sanchez went to a Donald Trump rally to protest the candidate's position on immigration.Ronald Sanchez went to a Donald Trump rally to pr…Ronald Sanchez went to a Donald Trump rally to protest the candidate's position on immigration.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916469Is the Rhetoric This Campaign Season More Damaging Than in the Past?Fri, 19 Feb 2016 21:35:28 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/is-the-rhetoric-this-campaign-season-more-damaging-than-in-the-past
00:08:51latinousanoIs the level of inflammatory rhetoric from candidates worse this election cycle than ever before? We ask UC Berkeley Professor Ian Haney Lopez for a history lesson.Is the level of inflammatory rhetoric from candid…Is the level of inflammatory rhetoric from candidates worse this election cycle than ever before? We ask UC Berkeley Professor Ian Haney Lopez for a history lesson.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247916443The Trump Pinata BusinessFri, 19 Feb 2016 21:35:17 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-trump-pinata-business
00:02:41latinousanoIt's been months since Donald Trump said Mexicans immigrants were rapists and Trump piñatas are still flying off the shelves on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.It's been months since Donald Trump said Mexicans…It's been months since Donald Trump said Mexicans immigrants were rapists and Trump piñatas are still flying off the shelves on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247901105Love in the Time of XenophobiaFri, 19 Feb 2016 19:48:54 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/love-in-the-time-of-xenophobia
00:03:48latinousanoSince the presidential campaign started last year there has been plenty of anti-immigrant and anti-Latino rhetoric, especially coming from Republican candidates Donald Trump and Ted Cruz.
Race in general is playing a role in the 2016 election across the country and 23-year-old Bobbi Contreras knows it.
“Things are different when you’re in a biracial relationship,” she said.
Since the presidential campaign started last year…Since the presidential campaign started last year there has been plenty of anti-immigrant and anti-Latino rhetoric, especially coming from Republican candidates Donald Trump and Ted Cruz.
Race in general is playing a role in the 2016 election across the country and 23-year-old Bobbi Contreras knows it.
“Things are different when you’re in a biracial relationship,” she said.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247740655#1607 – Define the RelationshipThu, 18 Feb 2016 20:12:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1607-define-the-relationship-1
00:56:19latinousanoOur relationships define our lives: from romantic relationships, friendships and even our relationship to ourselves. Latino USA shares stories about how those relationships are tested—figuratively and literally.Our relationships define our lives: from romantic…Our relationships define our lives: from romantic relationships, friendships and even our relationship to ourselves. Latino USA shares stories about how those relationships are tested—figuratively and literally.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247736520Parting Words from Behind the ScenesThu, 18 Feb 2016 19:45:56 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/parting-words-from-behind-the-scenes
00:09:23latinousanoFor the past four years, Nancy Trujillo has worked behind the scenes at the Futuro office wearing many hats and keeping the whole operation running. This week, Nancy officially leaves us for greener pastures, but that didn’t stop Maria Hinojosa from turning the microphone back onto Nancy to record some of the wisdom she has provided for the office for so long. Nancy talks about her goals, her family and what she’ll miss the most.For the past four years, Nancy Trujillo has worke…For the past four years, Nancy Trujillo has worked behind the scenes at the Futuro office wearing many hats and keeping the whole operation running. This week, Nancy officially leaves us for greener pastures, but that didn’t stop Maria Hinojosa from turning the microphone back onto Nancy to record some of the wisdom she has provided for the office for so long. Nancy talks about her goals, her family and what she’ll miss the most.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247736513Want to Tune Up Your Relationship? Record an Album TogetherThu, 18 Feb 2016 19:45:51 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/want-to-tune-up-your-relationship-record-an-album-together
00:06:04latinousanoLots of people make a point to keep their personal life separate from their work life. But not Otmaro Ruiz and Catina DeLuna. They’re both Latin jazz musicians—and husband and wife. They enjoyed having separate music careers, but recently they thought they’d switch it up and record an album together. Right in their own home.
Otmaro and Catina tell us what it’s like to work with your spouse in very close quarters, and how this collaboration really paid off in the end.Lots of people make a point to keep their persona…Lots of people make a point to keep their personal life separate from their work life. But not Otmaro Ruiz and Catina DeLuna. They’re both Latin jazz musicians—and husband and wife. They enjoyed having separate music careers, but recently they thought they’d switch it up and record an album together. Right in their own home.
Otmaro and Catina tell us what it’s like to work with your spouse in very close quarters, and how this collaboration really paid off in the end.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247736502The Stress of Social WorkThu, 18 Feb 2016 19:45:46 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-stress-of-social-work
00:04:05latinousanoFamilies in the foster care system are assigned case workers. These are social workers whose job it is to work closely with everyone involved. In Milwaukee, Lilia Figueroa is a mentor at Saint A, a group that oversees half of all of Milwaukee’s foster care cases. Lilia started as a bilingual case worker. She tells us about two of her hardest cases, and about what doing social work means to her.Families in the foster care system are assigned c…Families in the foster care system are assigned case workers. These are social workers whose job it is to work closely with everyone involved. In Milwaukee, Lilia Figueroa is a mentor at Saint A, a group that oversees half of all of Milwaukee’s foster care cases. Lilia started as a bilingual case worker. She tells us about two of her hardest cases, and about what doing social work means to her.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247736486Fostering Relationships for Public HealthThu, 18 Feb 2016 19:45:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/fostering-relationships-for-public-health
00:09:39latinousanoToxic stress is becoming a hot topic in science and brain development. It’s also an emerging public health concern. Experts say the way to avoid toxic stress is through strong relationships that support children and their families. This means that children in foster care are especially vulnerable to toxic stress.
In Wisconsin there’s a movement towards something called “trauma informed care.” This movement is being led by a group called Fostering Futures, which was started by Wisconsin First Lady Tonette Walker with Dr. Angela Carron of Fostering Hope and Laurene Lambach of SET Ministries, Inc.Toxic stress is becoming a hot topic in science a…Toxic stress is becoming a hot topic in science and brain development. It’s also an emerging public health concern. Experts say the way to avoid toxic stress is through strong relationships that support children and their families. This means that children in foster care are especially vulnerable to toxic stress.
In Wisconsin there’s a movement towards something called “trauma informed care.” This movement is being led by a group called Fostering Futures, which was started by Wisconsin First Lady Tonette Walker with Dr. Angela Carron of Fostering Hope and Laurene Lambach of SET Ministries, Inc.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247736464Meet the Lesbian Couple that Officiates Weddings TogetherThu, 18 Feb 2016 19:45:30 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/meet-the-lesbian-couple-that-officiates-weddings-together
00:04:28latinousanoMore than 45 years ago, the Reverends Deirdra Kearney and Luisa Porrata met as young nurses in New York City. They began dating and have been together ever since, marrying in 2011. Porrata now works as a wedding officiant, specializing in bilingual Spanish and English weddings. Together, Porrata and Kearney provide counseling and spiritual guidance for soon-to-be-married couples. In this piece, we hear Porrata and Kearney’s perspectives on love, marriage and the changing climate for LGBT people.More than 45 years ago, the Reverends Deirdra Kea…More than 45 years ago, the Reverends Deirdra Kearney and Luisa Porrata met as young nurses in New York City. They began dating and have been together ever since, marrying in 2011. Porrata now works as a wedding officiant, specializing in bilingual Spanish and English weddings. Together, Porrata and Kearney provide counseling and spiritual guidance for soon-to-be-married couples. In this piece, we hear Porrata and Kearney’s perspectives on love, marriage and the changing climate for LGBT people.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247736434How Hard Is It to Commit Marriage Fraud, Really?Thu, 18 Feb 2016 19:45:17 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/how-hard-is-it-to-commit-marriage-fraud-really
00:12:11latinousanoMarriage fraud is when two people, who are not a couple, get married just so one of them can get legal status: what’s often called getting married for papers.
In 2014 an immigration and customs official estimated that between 5-15% of marriage visas go to sham marriages. That means that there are potentially tens of thousands of fake marriages a year.
In order to get a marriage visa, you need to be able to pass what’s called the marriage fraud interview. Here at Latino USA, we became curious about how difficult the interview actually is. So we set up a fake interview in which an immigration lawyer, Allan Wernick, would try to guess what marriages were real and which ones were fake.Marriage fraud is when two people, who are not a …Marriage fraud is when two people, who are not a couple, get married just so one of them can get legal status: what’s often called getting married for papers.
In 2014 an immigration and customs official estimated that between 5-15% of marriage visas go to sham marriages. That means that there are potentially tens of thousands of fake marriages a year.
In order to get a marriage visa, you need to be able to pass what’s called the marriage fraud interview. Here at Latino USA, we became curious about how difficult the interview actually is. So we set up a fake interview in which an immigration lawyer, Allan Wernick, would try to guess what marriages were real and which ones were fake.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/247736425#1607 – Define The RelationshipThu, 18 Feb 2016 19:45:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1607-define-the-relationship
00:56:19latinousanoOur relationships define our lives: from romantic relationships, friendships and even our relationship to ourselves. For this Valentine’s Day weekend, Latino USA shares stories about how those relationships are tested—figuratively and literally.Our relationships define our lives: from romantic…Our relationships define our lives: from romantic relationships, friendships and even our relationship to ourselves. For this Valentine’s Day weekend, Latino USA shares stories about how those relationships are tested—figuratively and literally.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/245635799Puerto Rico’s New Crop of Young EntrepreneursFri, 05 Feb 2016 21:02:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/puerto-ricos-new-crop-of-young-entrepreneurs
00:05:52latinousanoIn spite of so many Puerto Ricans leaving their homeland, a small group of young entrepreneurs are staying behind looking for hidden economic opportunities.In spite of so many Puerto Ricans leaving their h…In spite of so many Puerto Ricans leaving their homeland, a small group of young entrepreneurs are staying behind looking for hidden economic opportunities.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/245635792The Answer to Puerto Rico's Debt Crisis Might Be Gay TourismFri, 05 Feb 2016 21:02:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-answer-to-puerto-ricos-debt-crisis-might-be-gay-tourism
00:08:18latinousanoPuerto Rico is one of the few Caribbean islands that openly accepts gay people. That's starting to pay off economically, with an increase in gay tourism.Puerto Rico is one of the few Caribbean islands t…Puerto Rico is one of the few Caribbean islands that openly accepts gay people. That's starting to pay off economically, with an increase in gay tourism.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/245635785The Battle for Puerto Rico on Capitol HillFri, 05 Feb 2016 21:02:08 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-battle-for-puerto-rico-on-capitol-hill
00:06:01latinousanoWhere does Congress stand on Puerto Rico and will presidential politics play a role in a resolution for the island?Where does Congress stand on Puerto Rico and will…Where does Congress stand on Puerto Rico and will presidential politics play a role in a resolution for the island?tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/245635777Why Are so Many Teachers Leaving Puerto Rico?Fri, 05 Feb 2016 21:02:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/why-are-so-many-teachers-leaving-puerto-rico
00:05:48latinousanoAcross Puerto Rico, teachers are leaving for the mainland and schools are shutting down to save money. Joy Diaz looks at what is driving teachers to move away.Across Puerto Rico, teachers are leaving for the …Across Puerto Rico, teachers are leaving for the mainland and schools are shutting down to save money. Joy Diaz looks at what is driving teachers to move away.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/245635762The Hot and Cold Love Affair Between the U.S. and Puerto RicoFri, 05 Feb 2016 21:01:57 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-hot-and-cold-love-affair-between-the-us-and-puerto-rico
00:06:10latinousanoThe debt crisis in Puerto Rico did not appear out of thin air. Juan Gonzalez, a Puerto Rican journalist and scholar, explains the peculiar relationship between the U.S. and Puerto Rico.The debt crisis in Puerto Rico did not appear out…The debt crisis in Puerto Rico did not appear out of thin air. Juan Gonzalez, a Puerto Rican journalist and scholar, explains the peculiar relationship between the U.S. and Puerto Rico.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/245635754Why Is Puerto Rico Billions of Dollars in Debt?Fri, 05 Feb 2016 21:01:54 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/why-is-puerto-rico-billions-of-dollars-in-debt
00:12:10latinousanoPuerto Rico is drowning is $72 billion in government debt. Latino USA unpacks how the island's fiscal crisis came to be, with help from Robert Smith of NPR's Planet Money.Puerto Rico is drowning is $72 billion in governm…Puerto Rico is drowning is $72 billion in government debt. Latino USA unpacks how the island's fiscal crisis came to be, with help from Robert Smith of NPR's Planet Money.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/245635720Puerto Rico UnderwaterFri, 05 Feb 2016 21:01:40 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/puerto-rico-underwater
00:56:32latinousanoPuerto Rico is in trouble. With a faltering economy, $72 billion of municipal debt, and a brain drain of young people packing for the mainland, Puerto Ricans are seriously worried about the future of the U.S. territory. Latino USA explores the Puerto Rican debt crisis, from the history of U.S. involvement in the island’s economy to how its fiscal problems are affecting people today. Plus, the battle on Capitol Hill over Puerto Rico’s future.Puerto Rico is in trouble. With a faltering econo…Puerto Rico is in trouble. With a faltering economy, $72 billion of municipal debt, and a brain drain of young people packing for the mainland, Puerto Ricans are seriously worried about the future of the U.S. territory. Latino USA explores the Puerto Rican debt crisis, from the history of U.S. involvement in the island’s economy to how its fiscal problems are affecting people today. Plus, the battle on Capitol Hill over Puerto Rico’s future.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244468810Latino USA Listeners Share Their #BilingualProblems StoriesFri, 29 Jan 2016 21:39:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/latino-usa-listeners-share-their-bilingualproblems-stories
00:03:40latinousanoLatino USA put out a call on social media asking listeners to share their linguistic mishaps. Here are the results.Latino USA put out a call on social media asking …Latino USA put out a call on social media asking listeners to share their linguistic mishaps. Here are the results.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244468805Before "Sorry" There Was "Perdon:" The Definitive Theory On Latino Apology AnthemsFri, 29 Jan 2016 21:39:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/before-sorry-there-was-perdon-the-definitive-theory-on-latino-apology-anthems
00:13:07latinousanoOne of our producers goes deep into a theory about music and romance she developed in Argentina when she was 16.
One of our producers goes deep into a theory abou…One of our producers goes deep into a theory about music and romance she developed in Argentina when she was 16.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244468792Sterilized Without Knowing: How Family Planning Programs Went Wrong in 1970s LAFri, 29 Jan 2016 21:39:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sterilized-without-knowing-how-family-planning-programs-went-wrong-in-1970s-la
00:07:38latinousanoIn the 1970s, Consuelo Hermosilo and nine other Latina women took L.A County Hospital to court for allegedly sterilizing them without proper consent.
In the 1970s, Consuelo Hermosilo and nine other L…In the 1970s, Consuelo Hermosilo and nine other Latina women took L.A County Hospital to court for allegedly sterilizing them without proper consent.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244468770The Accidental InterpreterFri, 29 Jan 2016 21:38:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-accidental-interpreter
00:04:28latinousanoMany Guatemalans who come to the US don’t speak Spanish, let alone English. Instead, they speak one of the country’s many indigenous languages. Many Guatemalans who come to the US don’t speak S…Many Guatemalans who come to the US don’t speak Spanish, let alone English. Instead, they speak one of the country’s many indigenous languages. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244468759Will Siri Ever Speak Spanglish?Fri, 29 Jan 2016 21:38:56 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/will-siri-ever-speak-spanglish
00:06:09latinousanoMobile phone voice recognition programs like Siri and OK Google are all the rage these days. But when you try to talk to them in a mix of English and Spanish, the results can be confounding.Mobile phone voice recognition programs like Siri…Mobile phone voice recognition programs like Siri and OK Google are all the rage these days. But when you try to talk to them in a mix of English and Spanish, the results can be confounding.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244468606Latinx: The Ungendering of the Spanish LanguageFri, 29 Jan 2016 21:37:52 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/latinx-the-ungendering-of-the-spanish-language
00:11:41latinousanoThe word Latinx has gained popularity as some people try to change the Spanish language to make it more inclusive.The word Latinx has gained popularity as some peo…The word Latinx has gained popularity as some people try to change the Spanish language to make it more inclusive.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244468581#1605 – MiscommunicationsFri, 29 Jan 2016 21:37:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1605-miscommunications
00:56:35latinousanoMiscommunications can be pretty typical occurrences for Latinos who are bilingual or bicultural. But miscommunications can also have grave or even humorous consequences. Miscommunications can be pretty typical occurrenc…Miscommunications can be pretty typical occurrences for Latinos who are bilingual or bicultural. But miscommunications can also have grave or even humorous consequences. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/244275799An Update on Luis 'Suave' GonzalezThu, 28 Jan 2016 19:43:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/an-update-on-luis-suave-gonzalez
00:06:14latinousanoLuis Suave Gonzalez was only 17 at the time, making him a juvenile, but he was tried as an adult and given a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of ever being released. He would spend the rest of his life behind bars, and would ultimately die in prison.
That is, until a few days ago. On January 25 the US Supreme Court ruled in the Montgomery v Louisiana case that people like Suave, called juvenile lifers, have the right to be re-sentenced--which means his life sentence could be reduced to time he has already served... offering Suave and thousands more in his position the opportunity to walk free.Luis Suave Gonzalez was only 17 at the time, maki…Luis Suave Gonzalez was only 17 at the time, making him a juvenile, but he was tried as an adult and given a mandatory life sentence without the possibility of ever being released. He would spend the rest of his life behind bars, and would ultimately die in prison.
That is, until a few days ago. On January 25 the US Supreme Court ruled in the Montgomery v Louisiana case that people like Suave, called juvenile lifers, have the right to be re-sentenced--which means his life sentence could be reduced to time he has already served... offering Suave and thousands more in his position the opportunity to walk free.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/243272302Detained And Deported In MexicoFri, 22 Jan 2016 19:32:56 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/detained-and-deported-in-mexico
00:06:04latinousanoFilmmaker Luis Argueta shares stories from Guatemala of children caught at the southern border and deported back to the country from Mexico.Filmmaker Luis Argueta shares stories from Guatem…Filmmaker Luis Argueta shares stories from Guatemala of children caught at the southern border and deported back to the country from Mexico.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/243272281Why Are Some Central Americans Saying No to US Aid?Fri, 22 Jan 2016 19:32:49 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/why-are-some-central-americans-saying-no-to-us-aid
00:08:29latinousanoAs Mexico continues to deport more and more Central American migrants, Congress has approved $750 million for a new plan—one that hopes to tackle poverty, government corruption and violence.As Mexico continues to deport more and more Centr…As Mexico continues to deport more and more Central American migrants, Congress has approved $750 million for a new plan—one that hopes to tackle poverty, government corruption and violence.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/243272263Central American Gangs, Made In L.A.Fri, 22 Jan 2016 19:32:41 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/central-american-gangs-made-in-la-1
00:12:39latinousanoThe gangs plaguing Central America with violence started in Los Angeles, California. Alex Sanchez, a former member of the feared MS-13 gang, tells his story.
The gangs plaguing Central America with violence …The gangs plaguing Central America with violence started in Los Angeles, California. Alex Sanchez, a former member of the feared MS-13 gang, tells his story.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/243272252A Brief History of The U.S. in Central AmericaFri, 22 Jan 2016 19:32:38 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/a-brief-history-of-the-us-in-central-america
00:05:08latinousanoMass migration from Central America is nothing new. Latino USA visits the 1980s, when the region's civil wars sparked an exodus to the north.Mass migration from Central America is nothing ne…Mass migration from Central America is nothing new. Latino USA visits the 1980s, when the region's civil wars sparked an exodus to the north.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/243272230What Are the Presidential Candidate’s Positions on Immigration?Fri, 22 Jan 2016 19:32:30 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/what-are-the-presidential-candidates-positions-on-immigration
00:04:05latinousanoMaria Hinojosa sits down with Julio Ricardo Varela to discuss where the 2016 presidential candidates stand on immigration and whether they have spoken about the recent ICE raids.
Maria Hinojosa sits down with Julio Ricardo Varel…Maria Hinojosa sits down with Julio Ricardo Varela to discuss where the 2016 presidential candidates stand on immigration and whether they have spoken about the recent ICE raids.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/243272223Reactions to ICE Raids of Central American MigrantsFri, 22 Jan 2016 19:32:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/reactions-to-ice-raids-of-central-american-migrants
00:07:57latinousanoWhat happened the first weekend of 2016 when ICE conducted immigration raids? Central American communities are reacting with fear and a sanctuary movement.What happened the first weekend of 2016 when ICE …What happened the first weekend of 2016 when ICE conducted immigration raids? Central American communities are reacting with fear and a sanctuary movement.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/243272181#1604 – There and BackFri, 22 Jan 2016 19:32:15 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1604-there-and-back
00:56:40latinousanoWhat is happening with Central American migrants and what has been the U.S. reaction? We share some history of how Central America got to this place and present the latest regarding recent ICE raids.What is happening with Central American migrants …What is happening with Central American migrants and what has been the U.S. reaction? We share some history of how Central America got to this place and present the latest regarding recent ICE raids.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/242144219#1603 — The Kids Are Not AlrightFri, 15 Jan 2016 20:04:24 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-kids-are-not-alright
00:56:23latinousanoHow does stress at home affect kids? We meet American siblings whose mother lacks legal status to explore the consequences of immigration policies. We also visit a doctor screening babies for mental health.How does stress at home affect kids? We meet Amer…How does stress at home affect kids? We meet American siblings whose mother lacks legal status to explore the consequences of immigration policies. We also visit a doctor screening babies for mental health.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/242143895American Siblings in a Family Divided by LawFri, 15 Jan 2016 20:02:24 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/american-siblings-in-a-family-divided-by-law
00:29:24latinousanoA family divided by immigration law. Four U.S. citizen siblings are finding ways to make it work after their mother was denied a green card in Arizona.
A family divided by immigration law. Four U.S. ci…A family divided by immigration law. Four U.S. citizen siblings are finding ways to make it work after their mother was denied a green card in Arizona.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/242143845Do Babies Need Psychologists?Fri, 15 Jan 2016 20:02:03 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/do-babies-need-psychologists
00:16:37latinousanoWe’ve been covering toxic stress for over a year. In this new segment, Senior Producer Daisy Rosario looks at how programs are attempting to address mental health from birth.We’ve been covering toxic stress for over a year.…We’ve been covering toxic stress for over a year. In this new segment, Senior Producer Daisy Rosario looks at how programs are attempting to address mental health from birth.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/241005738#1602 – PerspectivesFri, 08 Jan 2016 18:40:51 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1602-perspectives
00:56:11latinousanoMaria Hinojosa gets personal with a poet laureate, a feminist scholar and a comedian. We bring one-on-one conversations with some of the most influential Latino thinkers and writers of today. Maria Hinojosa gets personal with a poet laureate…Maria Hinojosa gets personal with a poet laureate, a feminist scholar and a comedian. We bring one-on-one conversations with some of the most influential Latino thinkers and writers of today. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/241005268The Enduring Feminist Wisdom of Cherríe MoragaFri, 08 Jan 2016 18:37:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-enduring-feminist-wisdom-of-cherrie-moraga
00:18:04latinousanoChicana feminist Cherríe Moraga explains why the woman-of-color feminism she helped champion decades ago is needed now more than ever.
Chicana feminist Cherríe Moraga explains why the …Chicana feminist Cherríe Moraga explains why the woman-of-color feminism she helped champion decades ago is needed now more than ever.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/241005030From Chicano Punk to Poet Laureate: Juan Felipe HerreraFri, 08 Jan 2016 18:35:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/from-chicano-punk-to-poet-laureate-juan-felipe-herrera
00:11:45latinousanoGrowing up, Juan Felipe Herrera worked the fields alongside his Mexican farm worker parents in California. Now, at 67, Juan Felipe is the first Latino to be named poet laureate of the United StatesGrowing up, Juan Felipe Herrera worked the fields…Growing up, Juan Felipe Herrera worked the fields alongside his Mexican farm worker parents in California. Now, at 67, Juan Felipe is the first Latino to be named poet laureate of the United Statestag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/241004988Cristela on Bringing Her Perspective to the Work Of SitcomsFri, 08 Jan 2016 18:35:33 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/cristela-on-bringing-her-perspective-to-the-work-of-sitcoms
00:14:10latinousanoWe revisit Maria Hinojosa's conversation with comedian Cristela Alonzo about her short-lived sitcom Cristela. The show has found a new audience online on Netflix.We revisit Maria Hinojosa's conversation with com…We revisit Maria Hinojosa's conversation with comedian Cristela Alonzo about her short-lived sitcom Cristela. The show has found a new audience online on Netflix.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/241004980Sabiduría: Staying True To YourselfFri, 08 Jan 2016 18:35:31 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sabiduria-staying-true-to-yourself
00:03:16latinousanoChicana feminist Cherríe Moraga tells a story of sticking to her beliefs in the face of a massive institution.Chicana feminist Cherríe Moraga tells a story of …Chicana feminist Cherríe Moraga tells a story of sticking to her beliefs in the face of a massive institution.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/240883664Hot ChocolateThu, 07 Jan 2016 22:43:29 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/hot-chocolate
00:06:11latinousanoIn 2012, Latino USA produced a piece honoring Chocolate's contributions to Latin music. We visited his 84th birthday party at a bar in New York's "El Barrio" neighborhood.In 2012, Latino USA produced a piece honoring Cho…In 2012, Latino USA produced a piece honoring Chocolate's contributions to Latin music. We visited his 84th birthday party at a bar in New York's "El Barrio" neighborhood.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979090The Rise Of Los RakasFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:39 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-rise-of-los-rakas
00:05:41latinousanoMembers of the hip-hop and dancehall group, Los Rakas, share their thoughts growing up poor, Afro-Latino and undocumented in one of the country’s toughest cities.Members of the hip-hop and dancehall group, Los R…Members of the hip-hop and dancehall group, Los Rakas, share their thoughts growing up poor, Afro-Latino and undocumented in one of the country’s toughest cities.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979076Girls Of ConjuntoFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:35 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/girls-of-conjunto
00:04:20latinousanoPlaying Tex-Mex Conjunto music publicly used to be the sole domain of men, until sisters Lala and Marcella Garza took up the accordion and the drums.Playing Tex-Mex Conjunto music publicly used to b…Playing Tex-Mex Conjunto music publicly used to be the sole domain of men, until sisters Lala and Marcella Garza took up the accordion and the drums.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979072Jessica Hernandez on Life in the Tour VanFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:32 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/jessica-hernandez-on-life-in-the-tour-van
00:05:53latinousanoDetroit-based singer Jessica Hernandez, of the band Jessica Hernandez and the Deltas, shares stories of tedium and triumph about life in the tour van.
Detroit-based singer Jessica Hernandez, of the ba…Detroit-based singer Jessica Hernandez, of the band Jessica Hernandez and the Deltas, shares stories of tedium and triumph about life in the tour van.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979061Meet The Composer Behind the Music on East Los HighFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:29 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/meet-the-composer-behind-the-music-on-east-los-high
00:05:44latinousanoWe dive into the language of music. TV score composer Juan Carlos Rodriguez explains how he composes music for hit shows like East Los High and El Rey’s Matador.We dive into the language of music. TV score comp…We dive into the language of music. TV score composer Juan Carlos Rodriguez explains how he composes music for hit shows like East Los High and El Rey’s Matador.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979051Meet the Mamboniks: From Bagels to BongosFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/meet-the-mamboniks-from-bagels-to-bongos
00:06:50latinousanoBack in the 1950s, when the mambo was the rage, some of its biggest fans were Jewish. Reporter Marlon Bishop brings us this story of a community still keeping the beat after all these years.Back in the 1950s, when the mambo was the rage, s…Back in the 1950s, when the mambo was the rage, some of its biggest fans were Jewish. Reporter Marlon Bishop brings us this story of a community still keeping the beat after all these years.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979044Cecilia Lopez: From Soap Opera to OperaFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:22 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/cecilia-lopez-from-soap-opera-to-opera-1
00:05:20latinousanoOpera singer Cecilia Lopez recounts how watching telenovelas gave her the training to take on the dramatic opera roles she takes on today.Opera singer Cecilia Lopez recounts how watching …Opera singer Cecilia Lopez recounts how watching telenovelas gave her the training to take on the dramatic opera roles she takes on today.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979040Hurray for the Riff Raff: From the Bronx to the BanjoFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:20 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/hurray-for-the-riff-raff-from-the-bronx-to-the-banjo-1
00:12:14latinousanoMaria Hinojosa interviews Alynda Segarra, singer for the alternative folk and country band Hurray For The Riff Raff, about her journey from the Bronx to the banjo.Maria Hinojosa interviews Alynda Segarra, singer …Maria Hinojosa interviews Alynda Segarra, singer for the alternative folk and country band Hurray For The Riff Raff, about her journey from the Bronx to the banjo.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/239979025#1601 – ¡Tumbao! A Music Story MixtapeFri, 01 Jan 2016 19:20:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1601-tumbao-a-music-story-mixtape
00:55:59latinousano"Tumbao" roughly translates into "groove or "swing,” and Latino USA presents a special New Year’s show celebrating music stories with their own “tumbao:” from folk to mambo and even some opera. "Tumbao" roughly translates into "groove or "swin…"Tumbao" roughly translates into "groove or "swing,” and Latino USA presents a special New Year’s show celebrating music stories with their own “tumbao:” from folk to mambo and even some opera. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238160893Returning to a Changed MexicoFri, 18 Dec 2015 19:47:47 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/returning-to-a-changed-mexico
00:05:28latinousanoConrad Fox, a Canadian reporter, revisited his former hometown of Xalapa, Mexico, to find a changed city.Conrad Fox, a Canadian reporter, revisited his fo…Conrad Fox, a Canadian reporter, revisited his former hometown of Xalapa, Mexico, to find a changed city.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238160888Natalia Lafourcade on Love and LossFri, 18 Dec 2015 19:47:46 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/natalia-lafourcade-on-love-and-loss
00:11:22latinousanoMexican singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade opens up about how her breakup was used as inspiration for her latest album Hasta la Raíz.Mexican singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade open…Mexican singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade opens up about how her breakup was used as inspiration for her latest album Hasta la Raíz.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238160885What If I Get Alzheimer's Too?Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:47:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/what-if-i-get-alzheimers-too
00:04:26latinousanoWhen one woman learned her mom had early onset Alzheimer's, her whole life changed—she became a full time caregiver. She also decided to get tested to see if she carries the Alzheimer's gene too.When one woman learned her mom had early onset Al…When one woman learned her mom had early onset Alzheimer's, her whole life changed—she became a full time caregiver. She also decided to get tested to see if she carries the Alzheimer's gene too.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238160879Growing Up Latino and DisabledFri, 18 Dec 2015 19:47:40 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/growing-up-latino-and-disabled
00:05:40latinousanoWhen there is a disability or a difficult diagnosis in your family, the journey can be tough. Research suggests that Latino families make this journey in unique ways that can either help or hurt.When there is a disability or a difficult diagnos…When there is a disability or a difficult diagnosis in your family, the journey can be tough. Research suggests that Latino families make this journey in unique ways that can either help or hurt.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238160870What It’s Like to Fall Off La BestiaFri, 18 Dec 2015 19:47:36 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/what-its-like-to-fall-off-la-bestia
00:08:00latinousanoWe meet a group of disabled migrants from Honduras who made the journey north a second time to raise awareness about the dangers of riding atop the freight train known as La Bestia (The Beast).We meet a group of disabled migrants from Hondura…We meet a group of disabled migrants from Honduras who made the journey north a second time to raise awareness about the dangers of riding atop the freight train known as La Bestia (The Beast).tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238160864Is Machismo Hurting the Health of Dominican Men?Fri, 18 Dec 2015 19:47:33 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/is-machismo-hurting-the-health-of-dominican-men
00:11:52latinousanoModesto Rodriguez deals with the intense pain of a stomach ulcer—but he doesn't talk about it. That's because cultural pressure to appear strong can make some men hide their pain.Modesto Rodriguez deals with the intense pain of …Modesto Rodriguez deals with the intense pain of a stomach ulcer—but he doesn't talk about it. That's because cultural pressure to appear strong can make some men hide their pain.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/238160858#1551 – Through The FireFri, 18 Dec 2015 19:47:30 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1551-through-the-fire
00:56:20latinousanoThis week Latino USA presents stories about people who are fighters. We meet macho men in the Dominican Republic ignoring their pain out of pride, a woman making the difficult decision to find out whether she has early onset Alzheimer’s and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade opening up about her heartache.This week Latino USA presents stories about peopl…This week Latino USA presents stories about people who are fighters. We meet macho men in the Dominican Republic ignoring their pain out of pride, a woman making the difficult decision to find out whether she has early onset Alzheimer’s and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Natalia Lafourcade opening up about her heartache.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/237127305"A New Narrative" for Women in Digital NewsFri, 11 Dec 2015 19:04:44 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/a-new-narrative-for-women-in-digital-news
00:05:42latinousanoMariana Santos created “chicas poderosas,” a network of women journalists helping one another learn skills for the digital newsroom.Mariana Santos created “chicas poderosas,” a netw…Mariana Santos created “chicas poderosas,” a network of women journalists helping one another learn skills for the digital newsroom.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/237124159WhatsApp and Murder in MexicoFri, 11 Dec 2015 18:41:17 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/whatsapp-and-murder-in-mexico
00:10:16latinousanoMiguel Ángel Jimenez Blanco is an activist in Mexico. He uses apps like Facebook and WhatsApp to share and gather information. Yet his presence online may have made him a target.Miguel Ángel Jimenez Blanco is an activist in Mex…Miguel Ángel Jimenez Blanco is an activist in Mexico. He uses apps like Facebook and WhatsApp to share and gather information. Yet his presence online may have made him a target.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/237123719LA Unified's 1.3 Billion Dollar iPad BlunderFri, 11 Dec 2015 18:37:55 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/la-unifieds-13-billion-dollar-ipad-blunder
00:17:57latinousanoIn 2014, Los Angeles Unified School District tried out one of the most ambitious plans to get technology into the classroom: give everyone an iPad. The results disappointed and shocked the city.
In 2014, Los Angeles Unified School District trie…In 2014, Los Angeles Unified School District tried out one of the most ambitious plans to get technology into the classroom: give everyone an iPad. The results disappointed and shocked the city.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/237123487The Man Behind World's Most Popular Language AppFri, 11 Dec 2015 18:36:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-man-behind-worlds-most-popular-language-app
00:04:49latinousanoLuis Von Ahn has created the most popular language-learning app in the world. He explains how he conceived it and why education is important to him.Luis Von Ahn has created the most popular languag…Luis Von Ahn has created the most popular language-learning app in the world. He explains how he conceived it and why education is important to him.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/237123169Family Skypes for Homework Sessions Across BordersFri, 11 Dec 2015 18:33:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/keeping-a-family-together-through-skype
00:06:55latinousanoAfter Alex and Arturo Alvarado’s dad was deported to Mexico, the family found a way to keep in touch through Skype. Now they have international homework sessions. After Alex and Arturo Alvarado’s dad was deported…After Alex and Arturo Alvarado’s dad was deported to Mexico, the family found a way to keep in touch through Skype. Now they have international homework sessions. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/237123022#1550 — Limited DataFri, 11 Dec 2015 18:32:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1550-limited-data
00:56:28latinousanoPeople often assume that technology will make our lives better, and much of the time, it does. But sometimes there are bumps along the road. In this Latino USA show, we share stories about technology’s benefits, risks, and limitations.
People often assume that technology will make our…People often assume that technology will make our lives better, and much of the time, it does. But sometimes there are bumps along the road. In this Latino USA show, we share stories about technology’s benefits, risks, and limitations.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/236095992MeshugganismoFri, 04 Dec 2015 19:33:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/meshugganismo
00:10:12latinousanoOne family in Berkeley, California, uses a strange word to describe the way their Jewish and Latino immigrant heritages combine to make something new.One family in Berkeley, California, uses a strang…One family in Berkeley, California, uses a strange word to describe the way their Jewish and Latino immigrant heritages combine to make something new.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/236095719Judeo-Spanish: Saving a Dying LanguageFri, 04 Dec 2015 19:31:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/judeo-spanish-saving-a-dying-language
00:06:27latinousanoDevin Naar's life work is saving a dying language called Ladino.Devin Naar's life work is saving a dying language…Devin Naar's life work is saving a dying language called Ladino.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/236095459A Tale Of Two IsraelitesFri, 04 Dec 2015 19:29:22 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/a-tale-of-two-israelites
00:08:54latinousanoIn the middle of Brooklyn's heavily Orthodox Jewish neighborhood of Borough Park lies a tiny Mexican church, and a small group of children who are growing up curious about their Jewish neighbors.In the middle of Brooklyn's heavily Orthodox Jewi…In the middle of Brooklyn's heavily Orthodox Jewish neighborhood of Borough Park lies a tiny Mexican church, and a small group of children who are growing up curious about their Jewish neighbors.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/236095174The Jewish Latin Center: A Story of Lost and FoundFri, 04 Dec 2015 19:27:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-jewish-latin-center-a-story-of-lost-and-found
00:09:18latinousanoFor years, when young Jewish Latin Americans arrived in New York City, they had a tough time finding a religious home. That is, until Rabbi Mendel Weitman created one.For years, when young Jewish Latin Americans arri…For years, when young Jewish Latin Americans arrived in New York City, they had a tough time finding a religious home. That is, until Rabbi Mendel Weitman created one.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/236094857A Jewish Journey Through South AmericaFri, 04 Dec 2015 19:24:28 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/a-jewish-journey-through-south-america
00:08:21latinousanoWe hear the story of a family of Spanish-speaking Jews who traveled through three continents before finding safe haven in Miami. We hear the story of a family of Spanish-speaking…We hear the story of a family of Spanish-speaking Jews who traveled through three continents before finding safe haven in Miami. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/236093266#1549 — ¡Ay Vey! Being Jewish and LatinoFri, 04 Dec 2015 19:12:51 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1549-ay-vey-being-jewish-and-latino
00:56:05latinousanoJews and Latinos are often discussed as different categories, but of course there are many Jewish communities across Latin America and some have made their way to the U.S. On this episode of Latino USA, we explore the history of Jewish migration throughout the Americas, and hear personal stories of family and identity from Jewish Latinos themselves, and learn about the struggle to preserve a fading Spanish-Jewish language known as Ladino.Jews and Latinos are often discussed as different…Jews and Latinos are often discussed as different categories, but of course there are many Jewish communities across Latin America and some have made their way to the U.S. On this episode of Latino USA, we explore the history of Jewish migration throughout the Americas, and hear personal stories of family and identity from Jewish Latinos themselves, and learn about the struggle to preserve a fading Spanish-Jewish language known as Ladino.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952711Family Takes Epic Bike RideFri, 27 Nov 2015 14:00:17 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/family-takes-epic-bike-ride
00:07:06latinousanoAn Argentine-American family tries to break the Guinness World Record for the longest electric bike ride from Argentina to New York.An Argentine-American family tries to break the G…An Argentine-American family tries to break the Guinness World Record for the longest electric bike ride from Argentina to New York.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952631Meet PavochónFri, 27 Nov 2015 13:59:25 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/meet-pavochon
00:05:30latinousanoHow to make a Puerto Rican version of Thanksgiving turkey? Reporter Von Diaz interviews her grandmother about making pavochón.
How to make a Puerto Rican version of Thanksgivin…How to make a Puerto Rican version of Thanksgiving turkey? Reporter Von Diaz interviews her grandmother about making pavochón.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952482#1548 – Family ValuesFri, 27 Nov 2015 13:57:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/family-values
00:56:43latinousanoFor better or worse, we are all influenced by the people who made us who we are—our families. This week on Latino USA, we hear stories about family ties and what values bond us together. For better or worse, we are all influenced by the…For better or worse, we are all influenced by the people who made us who we are—our families. This week on Latino USA, we hear stories about family ties and what values bond us together. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952478Telling My Father About My AbortionFri, 27 Nov 2015 13:57:39 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/telling-my-father-about-my-abortion
00:03:41latinousanoWriter April Salazar tells the story of how she told her conservative Mexican-American father about her abortion after her unborn child was diagnosed with an incurable birth defect.Writer April Salazar tells the story of how she t…Writer April Salazar tells the story of how she told her conservative Mexican-American father about her abortion after her unborn child was diagnosed with an incurable birth defect.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952471Coming Out to AbuelitaFri, 27 Nov 2015 13:57:33 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/coming-out-to-abuelita
00:04:53latinousanoA young man recounts his story of coming out as gay to his family. Keeping his sexual orientation a secret would have been easier because of his religious conservative grandparents.A young man recounts his story of coming out as g…A young man recounts his story of coming out as gay to his family. Keeping his sexual orientation a secret would have been easier because of his religious conservative grandparents.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952450The Multiple Personalities of Multilingual People?Fri, 27 Nov 2015 13:57:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-multiple-personalities-of-multilingual-people
00:07:18latinousanoCan multilingual people have multiple personalities depending on what language they are using? We explore a hypothesis by linguists that says people’s personalities can be affected by that. Can multilingual people have multiple personaliti…Can multilingual people have multiple personalities depending on what language they are using? We explore a hypothesis by linguists that says people’s personalities can be affected by that. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952443Getting Hitched, Trek-Mex StyleFri, 27 Nov 2015 13:57:15 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/getting-hitched-trek-mex-style-1
00:04:29latinousanoStand-up comedian Elicia Sanchez talks about her wedding, whose theme combined her Mexican heritage and her love of Star Trek.Stand-up comedian Elicia Sanchez talks about her …Stand-up comedian Elicia Sanchez talks about her wedding, whose theme combined her Mexican heritage and her love of Star Trek.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952434Vet Manages PTSD With Salsa DancingFri, 27 Nov 2015 13:57:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/vet-manages-ptsd-with-salsa-dancing
00:05:22latinousanoChris Fahey returned from war haunted by trauma but he found an unlikely therapy: salsa dancing. With that therapy he also found a new family.Chris Fahey returned from war haunted by trauma b…Chris Fahey returned from war haunted by trauma but he found an unlikely therapy: salsa dancing. With that therapy he also found a new family.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/234952428The Elk WhispererFri, 27 Nov 2015 13:57:08 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-elk-whisperer-1
00:08:22latinousanoElk hunter Mark Casillas speaks three languages: English, Spanish and Elk… yes, he speaks Elk. We hear how this hunter talks to elks.Elk hunter Mark Casillas speaks three languages: …Elk hunter Mark Casillas speaks three languages: English, Spanish and Elk… yes, he speaks Elk. We hear how this hunter talks to elks.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/233959999#1547 – ReservationsFri, 20 Nov 2015 18:27:29 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1547-reservations
00:56:24latinousanoThe Yakama Nation in Eastern Washington is home to 11,000 Native Americans and almost three times as many Latinos. Over recent decades, the reservation's rich agricultural lands have attracted Mexican farmworkers and their families who made the valley their home. Despite shared indigenous roots and intermarriages, living side by side hasn't been easy, and tensions between the two groups are high. On this special collaboration with Northwest Public Radio, Latino USA dives deep into the dynamics of the reservation, exploring how two communities, living side by side, try to learn to get along.
On this special collaboration with Northwest Public Radio, Latino USA takes deep dive into the dynamics of the reservation, exploring how two communities try to learn to get along.The Yakama Nation in Eastern Washington is home t…The Yakama Nation in Eastern Washington is home to 11,000 Native Americans and almost three times as many Latinos. Over recent decades, the reservation's rich agricultural lands have attracted Mexican farmworkers and their families who made the valley their home. Despite shared indigenous roots and intermarriages, living side by side hasn't been easy, and tensions between the two groups are high. On this special collaboration with Northwest Public Radio, Latino USA dives deep into the dynamics of the reservation, exploring how two communities, living side by side, try to learn to get along.
On this special collaboration with Northwest Public Radio, Latino USA takes deep dive into the dynamics of the reservation, exploring how two communities try to learn to get along.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/233473110Dulce Candy: Soldier Turned Beauty Guru (EXTENDED)Tue, 17 Nov 2015 16:09:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/dulce-candy-soldier-turned-beauty-guru-extended
00:12:29latinousanoIn this extended digital-only interview with Maria Hinojosa, YouTube superstar Dulce Candy Ruiz shares more about her time as a soldier and her 15-month deployment in Iraq.In this extended digital-only interview with Mari…In this extended digital-only interview with Maria Hinojosa, YouTube superstar Dulce Candy Ruiz shares more about her time as a soldier and her 15-month deployment in Iraq.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/232932168Tío Sam Wants YouFri, 13 Nov 2015 18:32:09 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/tio-sam-wants-you
00:12:08latinousanoIn the early 2000s, the Army aimed to raise its recruitment numbers through diversity. Army marketers tried developing an inclusive advertising message that could be relevant to all target demographics using research based on gender and ethnicity. Eventually, they received help from advertising agencies that helped develop Spanish-language ad campaigns. To understand the role marketing plays in Army recruitment, you have to go back to its history. Since the draft ended in 1973, the Army has switched up its marketing tactics and target demographic, especially looking at the growing U.S. Latino population. Marketing tactics made Latinos feel like they are part of the nation, giving them a “cultural citizenship.” And it worked. From 2001-2005, the Army's Latino enlistment rose 26%.In the early 2000s, the Army aimed to raise its r…In the early 2000s, the Army aimed to raise its recruitment numbers through diversity. Army marketers tried developing an inclusive advertising message that could be relevant to all target demographics using research based on gender and ethnicity. Eventually, they received help from advertising agencies that helped develop Spanish-language ad campaigns. To understand the role marketing plays in Army recruitment, you have to go back to its history. Since the draft ended in 1973, the Army has switched up its marketing tactics and target demographic, especially looking at the growing U.S. Latino population. Marketing tactics made Latinos feel like they are part of the nation, giving them a “cultural citizenship.” And it worked. From 2001-2005, the Army's Latino enlistment rose 26%.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/232931717Army Recruiting in the ClassroomFri, 13 Nov 2015 18:28:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/army-recruiting-in-the-classroom
00:11:44latinousanoWe go to Manhattan's Washington Heights neighborhood to meet recruiters who speak to families and potential volunteers about joining the Army. The Army also recruits in high schools across the country. In fact, the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 tied federal funding to recruiters' access to these schools. We talk to two recruiters about the pros and cons of this type of work.
And then, producer Julia Alsop talks with counter-recruiters. Students and activists aiming to get the military out of public schools.
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We go to Manhattan's Washington Heights neighborh…We go to Manhattan's Washington Heights neighborhood to meet recruiters who speak to families and potential volunteers about joining the Army. The Army also recruits in high schools across the country. In fact, the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 tied federal funding to recruiters' access to these schools. We talk to two recruiters about the pros and cons of this type of work.
And then, producer Julia Alsop talks with counter-recruiters. Students and activists aiming to get the military out of public schools.
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tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/232931412Photographing Veteranos and VeteranasFri, 13 Nov 2015 18:26:23 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/photographing-veteranos-and-veteranas
00:04:14latinousanoXavier Tavera has made it his mission to document Latino veterans who’ve been overlooked by the history books and how have at times “felt invisible.” Tavera is a Mexican-born photographer living in Minnesota who can relate to some of those veteranos and veterans because he has felt some of that invisibility as an immigrant. “A portrait is made not only by me, but by two people, the people that I’m photographing and me,” Tavera said. “It’s a relationship and it’s a collaboration."Xavier Tavera has made it his mission to document…Xavier Tavera has made it his mission to document Latino veterans who’ve been overlooked by the history books and how have at times “felt invisible.” Tavera is a Mexican-born photographer living in Minnesota who can relate to some of those veteranos and veterans because he has felt some of that invisibility as an immigrant. “A portrait is made not only by me, but by two people, the people that I’m photographing and me,” Tavera said. “It’s a relationship and it’s a collaboration."tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/232931320Dulce Candy: Soldier Turned Beauty GuruFri, 13 Nov 2015 18:25:48 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/dulce-candy-soldier-turned-beauty-guru
00:05:51latinousanoBefore she became a YouTube superstar, Dulce Candy Ruiz served as a soldier in the U.S. Army. The Mexican-born video blogger arrived in the U.S. as a child and was able to enlist with a green card right out of high school. After dealing with bouts of depression and a 15-month deployment in Iraq, Dulce Candy posted her first makeup video tutorial on YouTube and the rest was history. Now, at over 2 million subscribers, the veteran-turned-beauty guru is the author of her own book, The Sweet Life, and CEO of her own lifestyle brand, Dulce Candy Inc.Before she became a YouTube superstar, Dulce Cand…Before she became a YouTube superstar, Dulce Candy Ruiz served as a soldier in the U.S. Army. The Mexican-born video blogger arrived in the U.S. as a child and was able to enlist with a green card right out of high school. After dealing with bouts of depression and a 15-month deployment in Iraq, Dulce Candy posted her first makeup video tutorial on YouTube and the rest was history. Now, at over 2 million subscribers, the veteran-turned-beauty guru is the author of her own book, The Sweet Life, and CEO of her own lifestyle brand, Dulce Candy Inc.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/232931088War Veteran Smokes Pot, Faces DeportationFri, 13 Nov 2015 18:24:03 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/war-veteran-smokes-pot-faces-deportation
00:08:00latinousanoYvano Rodriguez served in the US Marines in Iraq and Afghanistan. But despite his service and status as a legal permanent resident, he still faced deportation. That's because Yvona uses marijuana to treat his PTSD, a condition caused by the traumas of war. Taking anti-depressants and other medications failed to help Yvano, even made his condition worse. But smoking pot is a life-saving measure that helps him sleep and eases the guilt he feels after surviving Afghanistan.
Photo Courtesy of Yvano RodriguezYvano Rodriguez served in the US Marines in Iraq …Yvano Rodriguez served in the US Marines in Iraq and Afghanistan. But despite his service and status as a legal permanent resident, he still faced deportation. That's because Yvona uses marijuana to treat his PTSD, a condition caused by the traumas of war. Taking anti-depressants and other medications failed to help Yvano, even made his condition worse. But smoking pot is a life-saving measure that helps him sleep and eases the guilt he feels after surviving Afghanistan.
Photo Courtesy of Yvano Rodrigueztag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/232930727A Soldier's Unwelcome ReturnFri, 13 Nov 2015 18:21:38 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/a-soldiers-unwelcome-return
00:03:27latinousanoWhen Alex Hernandez returned home from Vietnam, he was not expecting the welcome –or unwelcome– home he received. After stepping off the plane in San Francisco, Alex was kicked in the leg by a child who yelled, “Baby killer!” The boy’s parents stood laughing in the background. In this segment, Alex shares his return story—including a time he was sure he would not make it home. Years later, as Alex has taken steps in his life to overcome the trauma Vietnam brought him, he has something he wants to tell that boy in San Francisco who he never forgot.
Featured image: Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) with Alex Hernandez, 2015When Alex Hernandez returned home from Vietnam, h…When Alex Hernandez returned home from Vietnam, he was not expecting the welcome –or unwelcome– home he received. After stepping off the plane in San Francisco, Alex was kicked in the leg by a child who yelled, “Baby killer!” The boy’s parents stood laughing in the background. In this segment, Alex shares his return story—including a time he was sure he would not make it home. Years later, as Alex has taken steps in his life to overcome the trauma Vietnam brought him, he has something he wants to tell that boy in San Francisco who he never forgot.
Featured image: Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) with Alex Hernandez, 2015tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/232930261#1546 – EnlistedFri, 13 Nov 2015 18:17:56 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1546-enlisted
00:56:03latinousanoWe talk about Latinos in uniform. Latino USA explores the history of the marketing to and recruiting of Latinos. We hear from current recruiters and anti-recruiters in classrooms, a former solider now Youtube beauty guru, and a self-medicating vet who smoked pot then faced deportation.We talk about Latinos in uniform. Latino USA expl…We talk about Latinos in uniform. Latino USA explores the history of the marketing to and recruiting of Latinos. We hear from current recruiters and anti-recruiters in classrooms, a former solider now Youtube beauty guru, and a self-medicating vet who smoked pot then faced deportation.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/231877407#1545 – AMERICA BY THE NUMBERS: What Is the Latino Vote?Fri, 06 Nov 2015 19:32:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1545-america-by-the-numbers-what-is-the-latino-vote
00:55:35latinousanoSo what is the "Latino Vote?" We learn about how one president courted Hispanic voters, the power of Latino millennials and Hispandering—the often comical ways candidates try to engage Latino voters.So what is the "Latino Vote?" We learn about how …So what is the "Latino Vote?" We learn about how one president courted Hispanic voters, the power of Latino millennials and Hispandering—the often comical ways candidates try to engage Latino voters.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/231877303Death and an Election In PascoFri, 06 Nov 2015 19:31:41 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/death-and-an-election-in-pasco
00:11:00latinousanoAfter police officers kill an undocumented man in Pasco, Washington, the city's Latino population reckons with its lack of representation in city government.
After police officers kill an undocumented man in…After police officers kill an undocumented man in Pasco, Washington, the city's Latino population reckons with its lack of representation in city government.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/231876412The Past, Present and Future of the Latino VoteFri, 06 Nov 2015 19:26:28 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-past-present-and-future-of-the-latino-vote
00:12:57latinousanoLatino USA's Maria Hinojosa and Julio Ricardo Varela talk with UC Berkeley Sociology Professor Cristina Mora about the past, present and future of the "Latino Vote."Latino USA's Maria Hinojosa and Julio Ricardo Var…Latino USA's Maria Hinojosa and Julio Ricardo Varela talk with UC Berkeley Sociology Professor Cristina Mora about the past, present and future of the "Latino Vote."tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/231876096Not All Latinos Vote The SameFri, 06 Nov 2015 19:24:48 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/not-all-latinos-vote-the-same
00:06:11latinousanoWhy do politicians and pundits talk about the Latino vote as if all Latinos voted the same? We talk with members of the Canino-Vazquez family about their diverse political opinions.Why do politicians and pundits talk about the Lat…Why do politicians and pundits talk about the Latino vote as if all Latinos voted the same? We talk with members of the Canino-Vazquez family about their diverse political opinions.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/231875909The Power of Latino MillennnialsFri, 06 Nov 2015 19:23:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-power-of-latino-millennnials
00:06:38latinousanoThe average age of Latino voters is 27 in comparison to the average age for white Americans, which is 42. Latino USA talks about what the largest chunk of the Latino vote, Latino millennials, care about.The average age of Latino voters is 27 in compari…The average age of Latino voters is 27 in comparison to the average age for white Americans, which is 42. Latino USA talks about what the largest chunk of the Latino vote, Latino millennials, care about.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/231875753Hispandering: Will It Win You Over?Fri, 06 Nov 2015 19:22:29 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1545-mod-6-hispandering
00:06:39latinousanoIn the run-up to the Presidential election, it seems like politicians will do almost anything to appeal to voters—particularly Latino votersIn the run-up to the Presidential election, it se…In the run-up to the Presidential election, it seems like politicians will do almost anything to appeal to voters—particularly Latino voterstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/231424887O'Malley: Detaining Immigrants Is "Morally Reprehensible"Tue, 03 Nov 2015 22:00:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/omalley-detaining-immigrants
00:02:51latinousanoLatino USA Digital Media Director Julio Ricardo Varela spoke to Democratic presidential candidate Martin O'Malley at a pub in Boston.Latino USA Digital Media Director Julio Ricardo V…Latino USA Digital Media Director Julio Ricardo Varela spoke to Democratic presidential candidate Martin O'Malley at a pub in Boston.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230815241Growing Up Latino and ScaredFri, 30 Oct 2015 17:40:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/growing-up-latino-and-scared
00:04:53latinousanoMaria Hinojosa and Latino USA staff talk about how scary stories can be used as parenting tools in Latino households. Maria Hinojosa and Latino USA staff talk about ho…Maria Hinojosa and Latino USA staff talk about how scary stories can be used as parenting tools in Latino households. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230814170La Llorona as Feminist IconFri, 30 Oct 2015 17:33:47 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/la-llorona-as-feminist-icon
00:06:52latinousanoLa Llorona, the wailing woman, is a Mexican folktale that has haunted children for centuries. In recent decades Chicana writers have revised the myth of La Llorona from a feminist perspective.La Llorona, the wailing woman, is a Mexican folkt…La Llorona, the wailing woman, is a Mexican folktale that has haunted children for centuries. In recent decades Chicana writers have revised the myth of La Llorona from a feminist perspective.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230812921Josefina López Is Not Afraid of SpiritsFri, 30 Oct 2015 17:24:50 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/josefina-lopez-is-not-afraid-of-spirits
00:05:28latinousanoJosefina Lopez, a Chicana playwright in LA, believes there are ghosts all around us. Josefina Lopez, a Chicana playwright in LA, belie…Josefina Lopez, a Chicana playwright in LA, believes there are ghosts all around us. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230812492The Great Voodoo War of 1976Fri, 30 Oct 2015 17:21:54 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-great-voodoo-war-of-1976
00:08:01latinousanoMichele Carlo explains how growing up in the Bronx in the 1970s was scary for reasons you wouldn’t expect. Michele Carlo explains how growing up in the Bron…Michele Carlo explains how growing up in the Bronx in the 1970s was scary for reasons you wouldn’t expect. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230812044Sandra Cisneros Dreams Of GhostsFri, 30 Oct 2015 17:18:57 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sandra-cisneros-dreams-of-ghosts
00:03:22latinousanoAuthor Sandra Cisneros tells us about the time she learned she's in touch with the spirit world.Author Sandra Cisneros tells us about the time sh…Author Sandra Cisneros tells us about the time she learned she's in touch with the spirit world.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230811604Fire, Vengeance And GrandmaFri, 30 Oct 2015 17:16:51 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/fire-vengeance-and-grandma
00:06:13latinousanoTwo days after poet Tommy Pico’s Grandma Rita passed away, one of the largest wildfires in California’s history engulfed San Diego County. And in the blaze, family secrets are revealed. A true tale of love, betrayal and supernatural vengeance from the Kumeyaay nation.Two days after poet Tommy Pico’s Grandma Rita pas…Two days after poet Tommy Pico’s Grandma Rita passed away, one of the largest wildfires in California’s history engulfed San Diego County. And in the blaze, family secrets are revealed. A true tale of love, betrayal and supernatural vengeance from the Kumeyaay nation.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230811166Beware the Witch-Owl, La LechuzaFri, 30 Oct 2015 17:14:26 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/beware-the-witch-owl-la-lechuza
00:07:28latinousanoIn Texas' Rio Grande Valley, there's a well-known tale of a witch who transforms into an owl... La Lechuza. But where does this bizarre story come from?In Texas' Rio Grande Valley, there's a well-known…In Texas' Rio Grande Valley, there's a well-known tale of a witch who transforms into an owl... La Lechuza. But where does this bizarre story come from?tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/230811146#1544 – Ghost StoriesFri, 30 Oct 2015 17:14:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1544-ghost-stories
00:55:37latinousanoLatino USA gets spooky. We share new ghost stories and talk about the history behind classic scary icons, like La Llorona and La Lechuza. Latino USA gets spooky. We share new ghost storie…Latino USA gets spooky. We share new ghost stories and talk about the history behind classic scary icons, like La Llorona and La Lechuza. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/229774654A Father on Death RowFri, 23 Oct 2015 19:26:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/a-father-on-death-row
00:04:26latinousanoA father on death row in Texas talks about the challenges of keeping in touch with his son. He can only talk with his son by phone every three months or visit behind a glass wall.
A father on death row in Texas talks about the ch…A father on death row in Texas talks about the challenges of keeping in touch with his son. He can only talk with his son by phone every three months or visit behind a glass wall.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/229764978Why Are Immigrant Mothers Wearing Ankle Monitors?Fri, 23 Oct 2015 18:17:55 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/why-are-immigrant-mothers-wearing-ankle-monitors
00:10:14latinousanoInstead of staying in detention, some undocumented people are now being tracked by ankle monitors.
Instead of staying in detention, some undocumente…Instead of staying in detention, some undocumented people are now being tracked by ankle monitors.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/229764962Sitting Vigil Behind BarsFri, 23 Oct 2015 18:17:48 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sitting-vigil-behind-bars
00:06:41latinousanoAt the California Medical Facility, prison officials believe that inmate patients deserve to die with dignity, despite the crimes they’ve committed. We meet one inmate who holds vigil for others who are dying, so they won’t face death alone.
At the California Medical Facility, prison offici…At the California Medical Facility, prison officials believe that inmate patients deserve to die with dignity, despite the crimes they’ve committed. We meet one inmate who holds vigil for others who are dying, so they won’t face death alone.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/229764949Locked Up with DiabetesFri, 23 Oct 2015 18:17:43 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/locked-up-with-diabetes
00:10:15latinousanoFor people living with diabetes in prison, limited food options can raise serious health concerns.
For people living with diabetes in prison, limite…For people living with diabetes in prison, limited food options can raise serious health concerns.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/229764946The High Price of Prison Phone CallsFri, 23 Oct 2015 18:17:40 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-high-price-of-prison-phone-calls
00:09:11latinousanoFor people in jail or prison, phone calls can cost up to 20 times what they cost from a cellphone. But the FCC has now regulated the costs of inmate phone calls. Before the ruling, phone calls could run as high as $14 per minute.
For people in jail or prison, phone calls can cos…For people in jail or prison, phone calls can cost up to 20 times what they cost from a cellphone. But the FCC has now regulated the costs of inmate phone calls. Before the ruling, phone calls could run as high as $14 per minute.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/229761337#1543 – Locked UpFri, 23 Oct 2015 17:54:06 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1543-locked-up
00:55:32latinousanoWhat is it like to live life behind bars? We hear from prisoners trying to manage their health, stay in touch with family and care for those who are dying. Plus, a controversial new use for ankle monitors.What is it like to live life behind bars? We hear…What is it like to live life behind bars? We hear from prisoners trying to manage their health, stay in touch with family and care for those who are dying. Plus, a controversial new use for ankle monitors.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/228699523#1542 – The Dream 9Fri, 16 Oct 2015 17:56:21 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1542-the-dream-9
00:55:34latinousanoTwo years ago, a group of young undocumented activists staged one of, if not the, riskiest protests in the history of the immigration rights movement. The Dream 9 was a group of people who had grown up in the U.S., had gone back to Mexico and now wanted to return to what they thought of as “home.” Some of them had even left the U.S. just to participate in the action. Their efforts landed all of them in detention. Latino USA dedicates the entire hour to their story and discussing their legacy.Two years ago, a group of young undocumented acti…Two years ago, a group of young undocumented activists staged one of, if not the, riskiest protests in the history of the immigration rights movement. The Dream 9 was a group of people who had grown up in the U.S., had gone back to Mexico and now wanted to return to what they thought of as “home.” Some of them had even left the U.S. just to participate in the action. Their efforts landed all of them in detention. Latino USA dedicates the entire hour to their story and discussing their legacy.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/227679051#1541 – Turf WarsFri, 09 Oct 2015 18:57:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1541-turf-wars
00:59:29latinousanoWhat happens when we try to share spaces? Or when we want what our neighbors have? This week, Latino USA explores "turf wars," from Americans retiring in South America to a battle over cigar domination. What happens when we try to share spaces? Or when…What happens when we try to share spaces? Or when we want what our neighbors have? This week, Latino USA explores "turf wars," from Americans retiring in South America to a battle over cigar domination. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/227678609Terrorized By Violence: Mexico’s RefugeesFri, 09 Oct 2015 18:55:16 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/terrorized-by-violence-mexicos-refugees
00:08:06latinousanoIn the U.S., there’s a widespread notion that Mexicans fleeing cartel violence head north. In reality, most of these people move somewhere else in Mexico, becoming internal refugees in their own country. In the U.S., there’s a widespread notion that Mex…In the U.S., there’s a widespread notion that Mexicans fleeing cartel violence head north. In reality, most of these people move somewhere else in Mexico, becoming internal refugees in their own country. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/227678431Rural Ecuador: America's New Retirement SpotFri, 09 Oct 2015 18:53:48 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/rural-ecuador-americas-new-retirement-spot
00:12:11latinousanoMore and more Americans are retiring to Latin America, where their money goes further. But for the Andean town of Cotacachi, Ecuador, the influx has brought challenges.More and more Americans are retiring to Latin Ame…More and more Americans are retiring to Latin America, where their money goes further. But for the Andean town of Cotacachi, Ecuador, the influx has brought challenges.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/227675588ESPN Embraces The Messiness Of BilingualismFri, 09 Oct 2015 18:32:24 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/espn-embraces-the-messiness-of-bilingualism
00:10:28latinousanoA new podcast from ESPN called "One Nación" caters to bilingual fans who don't want to choose between English and Spanish sports coverage.A new podcast from ESPN called "One Nación" cater…A new podcast from ESPN called "One Nación" caters to bilingual fans who don't want to choose between English and Spanish sports coverage.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/227675215Cigar WarsFri, 09 Oct 2015 18:29:13 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/cigar-wars
00:08:45latinousanoAfter the U.S. embargo against Cuba began, the Dominican Republic became the world’s top cigar exporter. But now, talk of ending the embargo has lit up a cigar war between the two countries.After the U.S. embargo against Cuba began, the Do…After the U.S. embargo against Cuba began, the Dominican Republic became the world’s top cigar exporter. But now, talk of ending the embargo has lit up a cigar war between the two countries.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/227675043Do Cubans Still Run Miami?Fri, 09 Oct 2015 18:28:07 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/do-cubans-still-run-miami
00:08:15latinousanoCuban culture has dominated Miami for the last 50 years. But recently, other Latin Americans have been moving in—leading to tension around the idea that Cuban immigrants get preferential treatment.Cuban culture has dominated Miami for the last 50…Cuban culture has dominated Miami for the last 50 years. But recently, other Latin Americans have been moving in—leading to tension around the idea that Cuban immigrants get preferential treatment.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/226623758Diversity in Geekdom: DMC’s Comic BookFri, 02 Oct 2015 18:45:20 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diversity-in-geekdom-dmcs-comic-book
00:07:02latinousanoBefore he became the devastating, mic-controlling DMC of Run-DMC, Darryl McDaniels loved comic books. Superheroes taught him history and gave him confidence.
Before he became the devastating, mic-controlling…Before he became the devastating, mic-controlling DMC of Run-DMC, Darryl McDaniels loved comic books. Superheroes taught him history and gave him confidence.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/226623746Diversity in Geekdom: Sci-Fi and FantasyFri, 02 Oct 2015 18:45:15 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diversity-in-geekdom-sci-fi-and-fantasy
00:08:27latinousanoScience fiction and fantasy writing is known to tackle themes such as power and inequality. However, the genre isn’t the most welcoming to creators and fans of color.Science fiction and fantasy writing is known to t…Science fiction and fantasy writing is known to tackle themes such as power and inequality. However, the genre isn’t the most welcoming to creators and fans of color.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/226623741Diversity in Geekdom: CosplayFri, 02 Oct 2015 18:45:13 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diversity-in-geekdom-cosplay-1
00:09:32latinousanoThere is a passionate and thriving cosplay community in the United States, but that doesn’t mean it is always welcoming.There is a passionate and thriving cosplay commun…There is a passionate and thriving cosplay community in the United States, but that doesn’t mean it is always welcoming.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/226623730Diversity in Geekdom: Comic BooksFri, 02 Oct 2015 18:45:11 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diversity-in-geekdom-comic-books-1
00:07:22latinousanoThere’s a really interesting conversation happening about comic books and diversity. And it’s largely happening online.There’s a really interesting conversation happeni…There’s a really interesting conversation happening about comic books and diversity. And it’s largely happening online.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/226623721Diversity in Geekdom: Video GamesFri, 02 Oct 2015 18:45:08 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diversity-in-geekdom-video-games-1
00:11:59latinousanoIt’s no secret that people of all backgrounds play video games, but it's hard to tell that from the lack of diversity among playable characters.It’s no secret that people of all backgrounds pla…It’s no secret that people of all backgrounds play video games, but it's hard to tell that from the lack of diversity among playable characters.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/226623715#1540 – Diversity in GeekdomFri, 02 Oct 2015 18:45:06 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diversity-in-geekdom
00:56:09latinousanoDaisy Rosario guest hosts this special hour about diversity in geekdom: from comic books to video games to cosplay. We even hear from special guests, including DMC of Run-DMC and our own listeners.Daisy Rosario guest hosts this special hour about…Daisy Rosario guest hosts this special hour about diversity in geekdom: from comic books to video games to cosplay. We even hear from special guests, including DMC of Run-DMC and our own listeners.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225557545Sonia Manzano: From the Bronx to Sesame StreetFri, 25 Sep 2015 17:51:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sonia-manzano-from-the-bronx-to-sesame-street
00:12:08latinousanoThis year, Sonia Manzano retired from her role as Maria on Sesame Street after decades playing this iconic role. Her book, Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx, tells the story of her traumatic and challenging childhood. But what many viewers didn't realize was how her life on Sesame Street mirrored her real life.This year, Sonia Manzano retired from her role as…This year, Sonia Manzano retired from her role as Maria on Sesame Street after decades playing this iconic role. Her book, Becoming Maria: Love and Chaos in the South Bronx, tells the story of her traumatic and challenging childhood. But what many viewers didn't realize was how her life on Sesame Street mirrored her real life.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225557278Are My Kids 'Latino Enough?'Fri, 25 Sep 2015 17:49:06 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/are-my-kids-latino-enough
00:10:38latinousanoMaria Hinojosa opens up about her insecurity about whether her children identify with their Latino roots and has a conversation with her daughter Yurema about it. Maria Hinojosa opens up about her insecurity abou…Maria Hinojosa opens up about her insecurity about whether her children identify with their Latino roots and has a conversation with her daughter Yurema about it. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225556766Empress Of: When Your Mom Crashes Your RaveFri, 25 Sep 2015 17:45:43 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/empress-of-when-your-mom-crashes-your-rave
00:05:35latinousanoRising indie music star Lorely Rodriguez, who performs under the name Empress Of, talks about the sometimes tense and often humorous situations that come up when you are growing up American with an immigrant mother. Rising indie music star Lorely Rodriguez, who per…Rising indie music star Lorely Rodriguez, who performs under the name Empress Of, talks about the sometimes tense and often humorous situations that come up when you are growing up American with an immigrant mother. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225556281Fabio Comes HomeFri, 25 Sep 2015 17:42:19 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/fabio-comes-home
00:07:44latinousanoA family split between Honduras and New Orleans struggles to stay connected through their two youngest boys, aged three and six. They’re the only ones who can travel freely between both countries.A family split between Honduras and New Orleans s…A family split between Honduras and New Orleans struggles to stay connected through their two youngest boys, aged three and six. They’re the only ones who can travel freely between both countries.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225556016Theater for BabiesFri, 25 Sep 2015 17:40:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/theater-for-babies
00:05:31latinousanoTeatro al Vacío is a Mexican theater company just for babies, filled with lights and bright colors.Teatro al Vacío is a Mexican theater company just…Teatro al Vacío is a Mexican theater company just for babies, filled with lights and bright colors.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225555287Sabiduría: Sonia Manzano’s Parenting AdviceFri, 25 Sep 2015 17:34:31 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sabiduria-sonia-manzanos-parenting-advice
00:03:15latinousanoWhile her character Maria on Sesame Street was starting a family, Sonia Manzano was raising her own daughter. She shared her advice on parenting, kids, and growing up, as both a TV mom and real-life mom.While her character Maria on Sesame Street was st…While her character Maria on Sesame Street was starting a family, Sonia Manzano was raising her own daughter. She shared her advice on parenting, kids, and growing up, as both a TV mom and real-life mom.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/225554870#1539 – ParenthoodFri, 25 Sep 2015 17:31:36 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1539-parenthood
00:55:30latinousanoThis week Latino USA looks at stories of parenting. We hear from award-winning actor Sonia Manzano, Sesame Street's Maria, who opens up about how her own life mirrored her TV character’s life. Maria Hinojosa opens up about being worried whether her daughter is "Latina enough." Indie musician Empress Of talks about how her mom crashes her concerts, and we hear about the struggles of families that live across borders.This week Latino USA looks at stories of parentin…This week Latino USA looks at stories of parenting. We hear from award-winning actor Sonia Manzano, Sesame Street's Maria, who opens up about how her own life mirrored her TV character’s life. Maria Hinojosa opens up about being worried whether her daughter is "Latina enough." Indie musician Empress Of talks about how her mom crashes her concerts, and we hear about the struggles of families that live across borders.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224479639The Beatification Of Oscar RomeroFri, 18 Sep 2015 18:15:47 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-beatification-of-oscar-romero
00:08:25latinousanoReporter Åsa Welander goes to El Salvador for the beatification of Oscar Romero, a champion of the poor and marginalized who spoke against the military regime. Romero was killed 35 years ago, and this past spring the Vatican took the first steps to put him on a path towards sainthood, but Romero is already regarded as a hero in El Salvador for his strong stance against poverty and oppression.Reporter Åsa Welander goes to El Salvador for the…Reporter Åsa Welander goes to El Salvador for the beatification of Oscar Romero, a champion of the poor and marginalized who spoke against the military regime. Romero was killed 35 years ago, and this past spring the Vatican took the first steps to put him on a path towards sainthood, but Romero is already regarded as a hero in El Salvador for his strong stance against poverty and oppression.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224479390Saint-to-be Not so Saintly?Fri, 18 Sep 2015 18:13:52 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/saint-to-be-not-so-saintly
00:07:14latinousanoIn the late 1700s, soon-to-be saint Junípero Serra helped Spain colonize California by converting tens of thousands of Native Americans to Catholicism. For many of their descendants, Serra is the man responsible for destroying their ancestors' traditional way of life.In the late 1700s, soon-to-be saint Junípero Serr…In the late 1700s, soon-to-be saint Junípero Serra helped Spain colonize California by converting tens of thousands of Native Americans to Catholicism. For many of their descendants, Serra is the man responsible for destroying their ancestors' traditional way of life.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224479158Daughters of Latin American Exiles Bond Over PopeFri, 18 Sep 2015 18:12:06 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/daughters-of-latin-american-exiles-bond-over-pope
00:08:28latinousanoThe daughter of an Argentine exile and the daughter of a Cuban exile come to realize that despite their fathers' political differences, Pope Francis has come to mean something similar to both families. The daughter of an Argentine exile and the daught…The daughter of an Argentine exile and the daughter of a Cuban exile come to realize that despite their fathers' political differences, Pope Francis has come to mean something similar to both families. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224478991Becoming Pope FrancisFri, 18 Sep 2015 18:10:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/becoming-pope-francis
00:09:19latinousanoReporter Jim O'Grady and host Maria Hinojosa discuss Father Jorge Bergoglio's journey to becoming Pope Francis.Reporter Jim O'Grady and host Maria Hinojosa disc…Reporter Jim O'Grady and host Maria Hinojosa discuss Father Jorge Bergoglio's journey to becoming Pope Francis.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224478859How Radical Is Pope Francis?Fri, 18 Sep 2015 18:09:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/how-radical-is-pope-francis
00:07:27latinousanoHost Maria Hinojosa talks with Boston College's Dr. Hosffman Opsino about whether Pope Francis' radical left politics is heartfelt or just clever marketing from the Vatican.Host Maria Hinojosa talks with Boston College's D…Host Maria Hinojosa talks with Boston College's Dr. Hosffman Opsino about whether Pope Francis' radical left politics is heartfelt or just clever marketing from the Vatican.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224478554On a Quest to Meet the PopeFri, 18 Sep 2015 18:07:50 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/on-a-quest-to-meet-the-pope
00:04:28latinousanoPope Francis is coming to New York City and one devout Catholic New Yorker is determined to meet him.Pope Francis is coming to New York City and one d…Pope Francis is coming to New York City and one devout Catholic New Yorker is determined to meet him.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/224478356#1538 – 21st Century PopeFri, 18 Sep 2015 18:06:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1538-21st-century-pope
00:57:49latinousanoLatino USA anticipates Pope Francis’ visit to the U.S. by learning about his past, hearing from Latinos eager to catch a glimpse of him, and talking about how he and his seemingly radical views are impacting the Catholic Church in the U.S.
Featured image: Pope Francis waves to faithful upon his arrival on St. Peter's square at the Vatican to lead his weekly general audience on September 16, 2015. (CREDIT: VINCENZO PINTO/AFP/Getty Images)Latino USA anticipates Pope Francis’ visit to the…Latino USA anticipates Pope Francis’ visit to the U.S. by learning about his past, hearing from Latinos eager to catch a glimpse of him, and talking about how he and his seemingly radical views are impacting the Catholic Church in the U.S.
Featured image: Pope Francis waves to faithful upon his arrival on St. Peter's square at the Vatican to lead his weekly general audience on September 16, 2015. (CREDIT: VINCENZO PINTO/AFP/Getty Images)tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223418776The Young Lords: From Activism To JournalismFri, 11 Sep 2015 18:29:52 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-young-lords-from-activism-to-journalism
00:10:53latinousanoThe Young Lords, a militant Puerto Rican group of the civil rights era, were adept at attracting media coverage to get their message out. Decades later, we meet several Young Lords leaders who became journalists themselves.
ADVISORY: THIS REPORT CONTAINS A RACIAL EPITHET THAT MAY BE OFFENSIVE TO SOME LISTENERS.The Young Lords, a militant Puerto Rican group of…The Young Lords, a militant Puerto Rican group of the civil rights era, were adept at attracting media coverage to get their message out. Decades later, we meet several Young Lords leaders who became journalists themselves.
ADVISORY: THIS REPORT CONTAINS A RACIAL EPITHET THAT MAY BE OFFENSIVE TO SOME LISTENERS.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223418393The Workaholic From MichiganFri, 11 Sep 2015 18:26:52 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-workaholic-from-michigan
00:05:10latinousanoAdolfo Mendez became very worried when a worker told him he had a problem: that he was a workaholic. Adolfo Mendez became very worried when a worker t…Adolfo Mendez became very worried when a worker told him he had a problem: that he was a workaholic. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223417315A Latina in Chicago’s Trading PitsFri, 11 Sep 2015 18:18:53 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/a-latina-in-chicagos-trading-pits
00:06:53latinousanoChicago’s trade exchanges are more or less a man’s world. At least they were until Virginia McGathey, a gay Latina woman, arrived on the trading floor. She’s stayed for more than 30 years.Chicago’s trade exchanges are more or less a man’…Chicago’s trade exchanges are more or less a man’s world. At least they were until Virginia McGathey, a gay Latina woman, arrived on the trading floor. She’s stayed for more than 30 years.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223414536The 1% and 99% of Mexico Meet In NYCFri, 11 Sep 2015 17:57:47 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-1-and-99-of-mexico-meet-in-nyc
00:06:15latinousanoNonprofits have popped up in New York City to bridge the gap between the wealthy and poor Mexican migrants in New York City—a bridge that is almost never gapped in Mexico.Nonprofits have popped up in New York City to bri…Nonprofits have popped up in New York City to bridge the gap between the wealthy and poor Mexican migrants in New York City—a bridge that is almost never gapped in Mexico.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223414272Meet the Women Who Actually Run HollywoodFri, 11 Sep 2015 17:56:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/meet-the-women-who-actually-run-hollywood
00:08:33latinousanoJen Rosales and Patty Rodriguez are two high-powered Latinas working in the entertainment industry. Jen is Rihanna’s personal assistant and Patty is senior producer for Ryan Seacrest’s morning radio show. The two talk hard work, sacrifice and Latina identity in this intimate interview.Jen Rosales and Patty Rodriguez are two high-powe…Jen Rosales and Patty Rodriguez are two high-powered Latinas working in the entertainment industry. Jen is Rihanna’s personal assistant and Patty is senior producer for Ryan Seacrest’s morning radio show. The two talk hard work, sacrifice and Latina identity in this intimate interview.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223413816When Your Boss Isn't Looking Out for Your SafetyFri, 11 Sep 2015 17:52:33 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/when-your-boss-isnt-looking-out-for-your-safety
00:05:59latinousanoDay laborers working informal jobs can often be cheated out of their pay or face dangers at the work site. But in California, they’re coming together to demand safer conditions and better wages.Day laborers working informal jobs can often be c…Day laborers working informal jobs can often be cheated out of their pay or face dangers at the work site. But in California, they’re coming together to demand safer conditions and better wages.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/223413619#1537 – WorkaholicsFri, 11 Sep 2015 17:50:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1537-workaholics
00:56:04latinousanoLatino USA talks about people who work themselves to the bone: from a store owner in Michigan to the Latinas who really run Hollywood. We learn what it means to be a workaholic. Latino USA talks about people who work themselves…Latino USA talks about people who work themselves to the bone: from a store owner in Michigan to the Latinas who really run Hollywood. We learn what it means to be a workaholic. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/222362012I’m X Percent Native, Right?Fri, 04 Sep 2015 17:50:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sabiduria-im-x-percent-native-right
00:04:10latinousanoWriter April Salazar always felt proud of her family’s long-established Spanish heritage, but after getting back her family’s genetic test results, she found there’s a lot more to her story than she thought.Writer April Salazar always felt proud of her fam…Writer April Salazar always felt proud of her family’s long-established Spanish heritage, but after getting back her family’s genetic test results, she found there’s a lot more to her story than she thought.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/222361928Traveling While Brown: A ConversationFri, 04 Sep 2015 17:50:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/traveling-while-brown-a-conversation
00:06:59latinousanoFor people of color, travel can bring all sorts of unexpected experiences, both good and bad. Raquel Cepeda and Farai Chideya discuss how blending in or sticking out can affect travel.For people of color, travel can bring all sorts o…For people of color, travel can bring all sorts of unexpected experiences, both good and bad. Raquel Cepeda and Farai Chideya discuss how blending in or sticking out can affect travel.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/222361906When Race and Identity Collide in the ClassroomFri, 04 Sep 2015 17:50:04 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/when-race-and-identity-collide-in-the-classroom
00:05:15latinousanoClose to half the kids in America’s public schools are students of color. But the overwhelming majority of teachers are white. What do you do when identities butt heads in the classroom?Close to half the kids in America’s public school…Close to half the kids in America’s public schools are students of color. But the overwhelming majority of teachers are white. What do you do when identities butt heads in the classroom?tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/222361880We Were Goths: True Stories From the Dark SideFri, 04 Sep 2015 17:49:55 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/we-were-goths-true-stories-from-the-dark-side
00:06:40latinousanoFirst-person tales of being teenage goths from three Latinos who lived the dark side.
First-person tales of being teenage goths from th…First-person tales of being teenage goths from three Latinos who lived the dark side.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/222361854Somos: Muslim LatinosFri, 04 Sep 2015 17:49:45 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/somos-muslim-latinos
00:11:06latinousanoWe explore the intersection of Muslim and Latino identities as part of our series on identity, Somos (Who We Are).
We explore the intersection of Muslim and Latino …We explore the intersection of Muslim and Latino identities as part of our series on identity, Somos (Who We Are).
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/222361827Angy Rivera: An Uneasy Path to PapersFri, 04 Sep 2015 17:49:38 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/angy-rivera-an-uneasy-path-to-papers
00:12:29latinousanoAngy Rivera and filmmaker Mikaela Shwer talk about the upcoming documentary No le digas a nadie (Don’t Tell Anyone), which follows Angy's life and work in immigrant rights.Angy Rivera and filmmaker Mikaela Shwer talk abou…Angy Rivera and filmmaker Mikaela Shwer talk about the upcoming documentary No le digas a nadie (Don’t Tell Anyone), which follows Angy's life and work in immigrant rights.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/222361796#1536 – IdentityFri, 04 Sep 2015 17:49:29 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1536-identity
00:54:05latinousanoLatino USA talks about identity: from an immigrant rights activist who is uneasy about gaining legal status to a frank conversation about traveling while brown. How do people choose to identify and how does that affect their day-to-day lives?Latino USA talks about identity: from an immigran…Latino USA talks about identity: from an immigrant rights activist who is uneasy about gaining legal status to a frank conversation about traveling while brown. How do people choose to identify and how does that affect their day-to-day lives?tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/221329516From Discarded Belongings to Border ArtFri, 28 Aug 2015 19:50:35 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/from-discarded-belongings-to-border-art
00:12:10latinousanoThe migrant pathways near the Arizona border are covered with empty tuna cans, clothes and lost toothbrushes. Several artists are creating new things with the found objects to bring attention to the migrants' plight.The migrant pathways near the Arizona border are …The migrant pathways near the Arizona border are covered with empty tuna cans, clothes and lost toothbrushes. Several artists are creating new things with the found objects to bring attention to the migrants' plight.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/221322764Inside an Arizona Border MilitiaFri, 28 Aug 2015 18:58:45 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/inside-an-arizona-border-militia
00:11:22latinousanoWe spend a night in the desert with Arizona Border Recon, a volunteer militia that polices the US-Mexico border looking for drug smugglersWe spend a night in the desert with Arizona Borde…We spend a night in the desert with Arizona Border Recon, a volunteer militia that polices the US-Mexico border looking for drug smugglerstag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/221321813Arizona Dreamers Five Years LaterFri, 28 Aug 2015 18:51:20 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/arizona-dreamers-five-years-later
00:06:32latinousanoWe check in on immigration policy in Arizona with Dulce Matuz, a former DREAMER and co-founder of the Arizona Dream Act Coalition, which fights for immigrant rights.We check in on immigration policy in Arizona with…We check in on immigration policy in Arizona with Dulce Matuz, a former DREAMER and co-founder of the Arizona Dream Act Coalition, which fights for immigrant rights.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/221318789The Story of the Sonoran Hot DogFri, 28 Aug 2015 18:26:56 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-story-of-the-sonoran-hot-dog
00:10:00latinousanoSouthern Arizona's favorite street food is a hot dog wrapped in bacon, then covered in pinto beans, salsa, and guacamole. Get to know the Sonoran hot dog.Southern Arizona's favorite street food is a hot …Southern Arizona's favorite street food is a hot dog wrapped in bacon, then covered in pinto beans, salsa, and guacamole. Get to know the Sonoran hot dog.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/221317219The Tucson SoundFri, 28 Aug 2015 18:15:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-tucson-sound
00:04:35latinousanoAn overview of the dusty, desert sounds that characterize Tucson's eclectic music scene. Featuring bands like Calexico, VoxUrbana, and Sergio Mendoza Y Orkestra, we discuss how the desert and the border is reflected in Tucson's cinematic desert noir sounds.An overview of the dusty, desert sounds that char…An overview of the dusty, desert sounds that characterize Tucson's eclectic music scene. Featuring bands like Calexico, VoxUrbana, and Sergio Mendoza Y Orkestra, we discuss how the desert and the border is reflected in Tucson's cinematic desert noir sounds.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/221314011#1535 – BorderworldFri, 28 Aug 2015 17:51:44 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1535-borderworld
00:55:27latinousanoLatino USA heads to southern Arizona for a close look at life on the US-Mexico border, from a night out with armed border militias to guacamole-smothered hot dogs.Latino USA heads to southern Arizona for a close …Latino USA heads to southern Arizona for a close look at life on the US-Mexico border, from a night out with armed border militias to guacamole-smothered hot dogs.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220279172#1534 – Coming Of AgeFri, 21 Aug 2015 17:38:21 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1534-coming-of-age
00:55:42latinousanoThis week on Latino USA, stories about people maturing and coming into their own. We hear from a crew of skater dudes from El Salvador migrating to California, the directors of a documentary that looks into the Puerto Rican trans community, and the actors from the movie STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON.This week on Latino USA, stories about people mat…This week on Latino USA, stories about people maturing and coming into their own. We hear from a crew of skater dudes from El Salvador migrating to California, the directors of a documentary that looks into the Puerto Rican trans community, and the actors from the movie STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220278565Boarders Crossing BordersFri, 21 Aug 2015 17:33:48 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/boarders-crossing-borders
00:08:23latinousanoKelvin, Rene, Kevin, and Eliseo are four skaters who came up in the same small community in El Salvador. Skating is their passion but it was not easy to live the skater lifestyle in El Salvador. When a group of skaters ended up in the hospital after being attacked by a gang in March, the four guys decided to leave El Salvador and try to make it to their dream city: Los Angeles.Kelvin, Rene, Kevin, and Eliseo are four skaters …Kelvin, Rene, Kevin, and Eliseo are four skaters who came up in the same small community in El Salvador. Skating is their passion but it was not easy to live the skater lifestyle in El Salvador. When a group of skaters ended up in the hospital after being attacked by a gang in March, the four guys decided to leave El Salvador and try to make it to their dream city: Los Angeles.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220278338The Third Age ClubFri, 21 Aug 2015 17:31:50 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-third-age-club
00:03:48latinousanoA lot of seniors struggle with loneliness, but it can be especially tough for older Latinos living in the U.S. Many who emigrated from Spanish-speaking countries aren’t proficient in English, their children have grown up, moved out, and have their own families. The Club de la Tercera Edad (the Third Age Club) is a group for Latino seniors looking to fill that void.
A lot of seniors struggle with loneliness, but it…A lot of seniors struggle with loneliness, but it can be especially tough for older Latinos living in the U.S. Many who emigrated from Spanish-speaking countries aren’t proficient in English, their children have grown up, moved out, and have their own families. The Club de la Tercera Edad (the Third Age Club) is a group for Latino seniors looking to fill that void.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220278201MALA MALA: More Than a 'Trans Fairy Tale'Fri, 21 Aug 2015 17:30:40 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/mala-mala-more-than-a-trans-fairy-tale
00:10:02latinousanoWhile activists like Laverne Cox and Janet Mock have increased the visibility of transgender people in the United States, there's still a lot that most Americans don't know about transgender communities outside of the mainland. MALA MALA, a documentary profiling Puerto Rican transgender activists and drag queens, features a diversity of voices that are often overlooked in the American media. The documentary premiered on the film festival circuit last year, and was released in theaters this summer.While activists like Laverne Cox and Janet Mock h…While activists like Laverne Cox and Janet Mock have increased the visibility of transgender people in the United States, there's still a lot that most Americans don't know about transgender communities outside of the mainland. MALA MALA, a documentary profiling Puerto Rican transgender activists and drag queens, features a diversity of voices that are often overlooked in the American media. The documentary premiered on the film festival circuit last year, and was released in theaters this summer.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220277992International High: A Haven for Immigrant StudentsFri, 21 Aug 2015 17:29:02 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/international-high-a-haven-for-immigrant-students
00:08:04latinousanoHigh school is tough enough as it is, but immigrant children who arrive in the U.S often speak little to no English and are thrown into an educational system completely different to them. Many slip between the cracks in schools that can’t give them the support they need. However, one group of schools in New York City takes a different approach. Instead of seeing these kids as outsiders, it has a teaching model based on the very diversity they bring. Golda Arthur visited the International High School at Lafayette in Brooklyn to find out how kinds from a variety of geographic and linguistic backgrounds are getting by.High school is tough enough as it is, but immigra…High school is tough enough as it is, but immigrant children who arrive in the U.S often speak little to no English and are thrown into an educational system completely different to them. Many slip between the cracks in schools that can’t give them the support they need. However, one group of schools in New York City takes a different approach. Instead of seeing these kids as outsiders, it has a teaching model based on the very diversity they bring. Golda Arthur visited the International High School at Lafayette in Brooklyn to find out how kinds from a variety of geographic and linguistic backgrounds are getting by.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220277738STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON Starting ConversationsFri, 21 Aug 2015 17:27:07 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/straight-outta-compton-starting-conversations
00:06:09latinousanoA conversation with the three young men who play Dr. Dre, Eazy E, and Ice Cube in the new biopic STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON.A conversation with the three young men who play …A conversation with the three young men who play Dr. Dre, Eazy E, and Ice Cube in the new biopic STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220277366Midlife Crisis Pink-slippedFri, 21 Aug 2015 17:24:12 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/midlife-crisis-pink-slipped
00:07:35latinousanoWhen he was 39 years old, Sal Morales got pinked-slipped from his dream job. He loved his job as anchorman at a Spanish-language station in Los Angeles, but when he lost his job he felt like his life turned upside down. He moved back to his hometown of Miami to start over. Eventually, Sal realized journalism wasn't dead—just different. Sal tells us his personal journey of learning to land on his feet.When he was 39 years old, Sal Morales got pinked-…When he was 39 years old, Sal Morales got pinked-slipped from his dream job. He loved his job as anchorman at a Spanish-language station in Los Angeles, but when he lost his job he felt like his life turned upside down. He moved back to his hometown of Miami to start over. Eventually, Sal realized journalism wasn't dead—just different. Sal tells us his personal journey of learning to land on his feet.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/220277089When Isabel Allende Went to Interview Pablo NerudaFri, 21 Aug 2015 17:22:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/when-isabel-allende-went-to-interview-pablo-neruda
00:02:59latinousanoMany years ago, before she was a globally recognized novelist, Isabel Allende was working as a journalist for a feminist magazine in Chile. One day, poet Pablo Neruda —at that time sick and aging— invited her to his home in Isla Negra. She thought she was invited for an interview, but when it came time to start the interview, she got a lecture from Neruda about how she was a terrible journalist, and that she should try writing literature instead.Many years ago, before she was a globally recogni…Many years ago, before she was a globally recognized novelist, Isabel Allende was working as a journalist for a feminist magazine in Chile. One day, poet Pablo Neruda —at that time sick and aging— invited her to his home in Isla Negra. She thought she was invited for an interview, but when it came time to start the interview, she got a lecture from Neruda about how she was a terrible journalist, and that she should try writing literature instead.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/219246995#1533 - Off BeatFri, 14 Aug 2015 17:17:56 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1533-off-beat-show
00:55:22latinousanoThis week on Latino USA, stories about music that goes against the grain - or you could say, is a little offbeat. We visit the Juarez music venue that helped club kids get through the drug war, and learn the history behind the first great Latino hardcore punk band. Plus - an interview with Colombian-American singer Kali Uchis, and a chat about the meaning behind Latino cover songs.This week on Latino USA, stories about music that…This week on Latino USA, stories about music that goes against the grain - or you could say, is a little offbeat. We visit the Juarez music venue that helped club kids get through the drug war, and learn the history behind the first great Latino hardcore punk band. Plus - an interview with Colombian-American singer Kali Uchis, and a chat about the meaning behind Latino cover songs.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/219246952Kali Uchis Will Captivate YouFri, 14 Aug 2015 17:17:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/kali-uchis-will-captivate-you
00:07:47latinousanoKali Uchis is a Colombian American singer-songwriter who sounds as if Amy Winehouse, Selena, and Aaliyah were reincarnated in her vocal cords. At age 18, she started recording tracks on her MacBook in her bedroom and now she's making albums with Snoop Dogg. Her music is influenced by jazz, bossa nova, and soul, and her lyrics bring emotions to life. The song “Loner” - inspired by a past relationship - invokes intense feelings, but she wrote it as an affirmation of women’s strength and independence.
Kali was born in Pereira, Colombia and moved to Virginia when she was young and knows the struggles of bicultural identity. As a blonde, light-skinned Latin American woman she is often mis-categorized because she defies a singular identity. She wants you to know she is not from California.Kali Uchis is a Colombian American singer-songwri…Kali Uchis is a Colombian American singer-songwriter who sounds as if Amy Winehouse, Selena, and Aaliyah were reincarnated in her vocal cords. At age 18, she started recording tracks on her MacBook in her bedroom and now she's making albums with Snoop Dogg. Her music is influenced by jazz, bossa nova, and soul, and her lyrics bring emotions to life. The song “Loner” - inspired by a past relationship - invokes intense feelings, but she wrote it as an affirmation of women’s strength and independence.
Kali was born in Pereira, Colombia and moved to Virginia when she was young and knows the struggles of bicultural identity. As a blonde, light-skinned Latin American woman she is often mis-categorized because she defies a singular identity. She wants you to know she is not from California.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/219246813El Sistema: Classical Music Catches On With KidsFri, 14 Aug 2015 17:16:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/el-sistema-classical-music-catches-on-with-kids
00:06:58latinousanoVenezuela’s rigorous classical music training program for kids, El Sistema, has expanded beyond the country’s borders and across the globe and into the United States, where it has found growing success. Founded in 1975 by Venezuelan conductor José Antonio Abreu, El Sistema originally began with eleven students in a garage before evolving into a nation-wide program that emphasizes empowering poor children to escape poverty.
El Sistema now has more than 100 programs in the U.S. The Los Angeles Philharmonic is even creating a National Youth Orchestra modeled on El Sistema.
But, as Jonathan Wolfe reports, the program also has its critics who claim that the Abreu, the organization’s leader, exercises too much authority over the program and that its central notion of creating a more ideal society through music education is misleading.
Venezuela’s rigorous classical music training pro…Venezuela’s rigorous classical music training program for kids, El Sistema, has expanded beyond the country’s borders and across the globe and into the United States, where it has found growing success. Founded in 1975 by Venezuelan conductor José Antonio Abreu, El Sistema originally began with eleven students in a garage before evolving into a nation-wide program that emphasizes empowering poor children to escape poverty.
El Sistema now has more than 100 programs in the U.S. The Los Angeles Philharmonic is even creating a National Youth Orchestra modeled on El Sistema.
But, as Jonathan Wolfe reports, the program also has its critics who claim that the Abreu, the organization’s leader, exercises too much authority over the program and that its central notion of creating a more ideal society through music education is misleading.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/219246631Los Crudos: Hardcore’s Latino PioneersFri, 14 Aug 2015 17:15:36 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/los-crudos-hardcores-first-latino-band
00:08:11latinousano“People kind of disregard punk and I try to explain to people that in communities like the ones I grew up in, you gotta understand that punk in these communities has saved kids lives,” says Martin Sorrondeguy, lead singer of Los Crudos. The band’s sloganeering songs became anthems for a generation of Latino punks looking for something to identify with. Twenty-five years later, we look back at the history and legacy of one of punk’s most respected bands.“People kind of disregard punk and I try to expla…“People kind of disregard punk and I try to explain to people that in communities like the ones I grew up in, you gotta understand that punk in these communities has saved kids lives,” says Martin Sorrondeguy, lead singer of Los Crudos. The band’s sloganeering songs became anthems for a generation of Latino punks looking for something to identify with. Twenty-five years later, we look back at the history and legacy of one of punk’s most respected bands.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/219246523Hardpop: Dancing Through the Drug WarFri, 14 Aug 2015 17:14:51 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/hardpop-dancing-through-the-drug-war
00:09:29latinousanoCiudad Juarez—on the US Mexico border—was for many years considered the most dangerous city in the world. It also is home to a place often considered one of the best electronic music dance clubs in the world. Hardpop is a small, 500-capacity club located unassumingly in a shopping center on the side of a highway. But it regularly hosts some of the biggest names in house and techno music in the world. International DJs on tour will often skip over much bigger cities in Mexico like Mexico City, but they’ll always stop at Hardpop.
The club opened in 2006, when the rising drug trade infused the entire city with loose cash, and local nightlife was booming. Things seemed to be going well. But by 2008, the city had been plunged into a violent conflict between rival cartels, and the murder rate skyrocketed. Violence had long been a fact of life for working-class people, but it began to reach the more sheltered middle classes as well. Coming out to Hardpop to dance took on new meaning for the club kids. It became a way of seeking freedom in a city that was more and more locked down by military checkpoints, and a place for holding on to community at a time when people were dying left and right.Ciudad Juarez—on the US Mexico border—was for man…Ciudad Juarez—on the US Mexico border—was for many years considered the most dangerous city in the world. It also is home to a place often considered one of the best electronic music dance clubs in the world. Hardpop is a small, 500-capacity club located unassumingly in a shopping center on the side of a highway. But it regularly hosts some of the biggest names in house and techno music in the world. International DJs on tour will often skip over much bigger cities in Mexico like Mexico City, but they’ll always stop at Hardpop.
The club opened in 2006, when the rising drug trade infused the entire city with loose cash, and local nightlife was booming. Things seemed to be going well. But by 2008, the city had been plunged into a violent conflict between rival cartels, and the murder rate skyrocketed. Violence had long been a fact of life for working-class people, but it began to reach the more sheltered middle classes as well. Coming out to Hardpop to dance took on new meaning for the club kids. It became a way of seeking freedom in a city that was more and more locked down by military checkpoints, and a place for holding on to community at a time when people were dying left and right.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/219246077Latino USA Talks About Their Favorite Cover SongsFri, 14 Aug 2015 17:11:23 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1533-off-beat
00:12:08latinousanoNowadays, it's a common rite of passage for bands to make at least one cover. It's a way for musicians to reference others--and also, to just please fans of music overall with a slight wink. But when Latino bands cover a famous song, there's a lot more at play. We speak to mariachi metal cover band Metalachi and artist Jarina de Marco about her cover of the raunchy 90s hit El Venao.
Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty ImagesNowadays, it's a common rite of passage for bands…Nowadays, it's a common rite of passage for bands to make at least one cover. It's a way for musicians to reference others--and also, to just please fans of music overall with a slight wink. But when Latino bands cover a famous song, there's a lot more at play. We speak to mariachi metal cover band Metalachi and artist Jarina de Marco about her cover of the raunchy 90s hit El Venao.
Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Imagestag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218219660Sabiduría: Anna Maria Chávez, CEO of Girl ScoutsFri, 07 Aug 2015 16:26:24 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sabiduria-ceo-of-girl-scouts
00:01:55latinousanoFor our sabiduría, or words or wisdom, Girl Scouts CEO Anna Maria Chávez comments on the importance of the outdoors for kids today.For our sabiduría, or words or wisdom, Girl Scout…For our sabiduría, or words or wisdom, Girl Scouts CEO Anna Maria Chávez comments on the importance of the outdoors for kids today.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218219130How to Write a Bomba Estéreo SongFri, 07 Aug 2015 16:22:04 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/how-to-write-a-bomba-estereo-song
00:05:55latinousanoSimón Mejía of Bomba Estéreo breaks down how the song “Raíz” from the band's latest album was composed.Simón Mejía of Bomba Estéreo breaks down how the …Simón Mejía of Bomba Estéreo breaks down how the song “Raíz” from the band's latest album was composed.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218218721Saving BajaFri, 07 Aug 2015 16:18:59 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/saving-baja
00:04:43latinousanoFor decades, Mexicans and Americans have enjoyed a historic beach in Baja California. Now, they’re trying to save the beach from littering and pollution by pushing to create Baja’s first state park.For decades, Mexicans and Americans have enjoyed …For decades, Mexicans and Americans have enjoyed a historic beach in Baja California. Now, they’re trying to save the beach from littering and pollution by pushing to create Baja’s first state park.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218217307Fishing in the CityFri, 07 Aug 2015 16:07:38 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/fishing-in-the-city
00:03:43latinousanoWhile most people might associate fishing with rural areas, many city dwellers use urban angling, that is, fishing in a city's parks and rivers, as a way to connect with the outdoors.While most people might associate fishing with ru…While most people might associate fishing with rural areas, many city dwellers use urban angling, that is, fishing in a city's parks and rivers, as a way to connect with the outdoors.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218214408Bike AngelsFri, 07 Aug 2015 15:44:38 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/bike-angels
00:08:09latinousanoIn dozens of cities in Brazil, a group of cyclists is teaching people how to ride bikes safely through busy streets and highways, as a viable alternative to cars.In dozens of cities in Brazil, a group of cyclist…In dozens of cities in Brazil, a group of cyclists is teaching people how to ride bikes safely through busy streets and highways, as a viable alternative to cars.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218213701Latinas and the Future of Girl ScoutsFri, 07 Aug 2015 15:39:09 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/latinas-and-the-girl-scouts
00:08:59latinousanoMaria Hinojosa talks to Anna Maria Chávez, the first Latina or woman of color ever to lead the Girl Scouts, about the challenges and the future of the organization.Maria Hinojosa talks to Anna Maria Chávez, the fi…Maria Hinojosa talks to Anna Maria Chávez, the first Latina or woman of color ever to lead the Girl Scouts, about the challenges and the future of the organization.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218213112The GreenTeamFri, 07 Aug 2015 15:35:27 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-green-team-lusa
00:03:56latinousanoEvery morning a group of men and women recently released from jail gather around the GreenTeam truck to make their rounds, plant trees and beautify New York City.
Every morning a group of men and women recently r…Every morning a group of men and women recently released from jail gather around the GreenTeam truck to make their rounds, plant trees and beautify New York City.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218212640Frida’s GardenFri, 07 Aug 2015 15:32:38 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/fridas-garden
00:07:25latinousanoMuch of Frida Kahlo's artwork is deeply rooted in the natural world. A new exhibit at the New York Botanical Garden reimagines Frida’s garden at the Casa Azul and explores a lesser-known side of her artistic life. Much of Frida Kahlo's artwork is deeply rooted in…Much of Frida Kahlo's artwork is deeply rooted in the natural world. A new exhibit at the New York Botanical Garden reimagines Frida’s garden at the Casa Azul and explores a lesser-known side of her artistic life. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/218212222#1532 – OutdoorsFri, 07 Aug 2015 15:29:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1532-outdoors
00:56:07latinousanoLatino USA goes outside and brings stories from parks, gardens and the great outdoors. We hear from the CEO of the Girl Scouts and pop musicians who bring nature into their own work. Latino USA goes outside and brings stories from p…Latino USA goes outside and brings stories from parks, gardens and the great outdoors. We hear from the CEO of the Girl Scouts and pop musicians who bring nature into their own work. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/217216382#1531 - Life SentenceFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:37:46 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1531-life-sentence
00:55:57latinousanoThis episode: life before, during, and after prison. We meet a group of lifers trying to slow down the school-to-prison pipeline. We hear the story of Suave, who has gone from illiteracy and a life sentence, to finding meaning behind organizing behind bars. We learn about the trouble former inmates have re-entering society, and what they can do to succeed. Also, how one inmate has turned skills learned in prison into his business.This episode: life before, during, and after pris…This episode: life before, during, and after prison. We meet a group of lifers trying to slow down the school-to-prison pipeline. We hear the story of Suave, who has gone from illiteracy and a life sentence, to finding meaning behind organizing behind bars. We learn about the trouble former inmates have re-entering society, and what they can do to succeed. Also, how one inmate has turned skills learned in prison into his business.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/217214713The World of the Juvenile LiferFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:25:09 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-world-of-the-juvenile-lifer
00:30:03latinousanoWe learn the story of Luis G., a.k.a. Suave (SWAH-vey), who is serving a life sentence in prison. Bronx born, illiterate and convicted of murder as a teen, he’s found redemption in setting up initiatives: like a fully inmate-funded college scholarship called Education Over Incarceration and a fatherhood workshop called FACT (Fathers and Children Together) that aims to reconnect incarcerated fathers with their children.We learn the story of Luis G., a.k.a. Suave (SWAH…We learn the story of Luis G., a.k.a. Suave (SWAH-vey), who is serving a life sentence in prison. Bronx born, illiterate and convicted of murder as a teen, he’s found redemption in setting up initiatives: like a fully inmate-funded college scholarship called Education Over Incarceration and a fatherhood workshop called FACT (Fathers and Children Together) that aims to reconnect incarcerated fathers with their children.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/217212686Life on the Other SideFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:10:20 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/life-on-the-other-side
00:04:25latinousanoPrison life is hard enough, but getting out and readjusting to civilian life presents its own set of challenges. There to help the formerly incarcerated who need housing, employment and plain old positivity is Exodus, a transitional community center located in East Harlem, New York City. In this audio postcard, we visit Exodus to find out what re-entry back into society sounds like.Prison life is hard enough, but getting out and r…Prison life is hard enough, but getting out and readjusting to civilian life presents its own set of challenges. There to help the formerly incarcerated who need housing, employment and plain old positivity is Exodus, a transitional community center located in East Harlem, New York City. In this audio postcard, we visit Exodus to find out what re-entry back into society sounds like.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/217211405The Challenges of Returning From PrisonFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:00:51 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-challenges-of-returning-from-prison
00:06:03latinousanoRossana Rosado is the Chair of New York State's Council on Community Re-Entry and Reintegration. A former journalist and editor-in-chief of El Diario La Prensa, Rosado has been covering the issue of re-entry for years. She talks to Maria Hinojosa about the challenges and issues pertaining not only to former inmates but also the communities that grapple with how to integrate them.Rossana Rosado is the Chair of New York State's C…Rossana Rosado is the Chair of New York State's Council on Community Re-Entry and Reintegration. A former journalist and editor-in-chief of El Diario La Prensa, Rosado has been covering the issue of re-entry for years. She talks to Maria Hinojosa about the challenges and issues pertaining not only to former inmates but also the communities that grapple with how to integrate them.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/217209809From Prisoner to EntrepreneurFri, 31 Jul 2015 16:49:25 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/from-prisoner-to-entrepreneur
00:04:42latinousanoIn college, Bronx native Ralphy Dominguez was a straight-A student, a natural leathersmith and a drug kingpin. His knack for business led to a $2 million cocaine ring that covered most of the Northeast, and ultimately ended in a three-year stint at a federal prison. While serving time, Ralphy honed his skills and set his sights on starting a fine leather business, Pen & Pistol. We hear from Ralphy in his own words as he recounts his story and the difficulties and rewards of going straight.In college, Bronx native Ralphy Dominguez was a s…In college, Bronx native Ralphy Dominguez was a straight-A student, a natural leathersmith and a drug kingpin. His knack for business led to a $2 million cocaine ring that covered most of the Northeast, and ultimately ended in a three-year stint at a federal prison. While serving time, Ralphy honed his skills and set his sights on starting a fine leather business, Pen & Pistol. We hear from Ralphy in his own words as he recounts his story and the difficulties and rewards of going straight.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/216180894#1530 - BeautyFri, 24 Jul 2015 17:54:14 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1530-beauty
00:58:23latinousanoThey say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Latino USA explores the question of what is beauty. We hear from makeup tutorial YouTube stars, Latina models in Kansas City and a trans man who shares his feelings on hair.They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. La…They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Latino USA explores the question of what is beauty. We hear from makeup tutorial YouTube stars, Latina models in Kansas City and a trans man who shares his feelings on hair.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/216179996The Beauty Guru ParadoxFri, 24 Jul 2015 17:47:13 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-beauty-guru-paradox
00:08:21latinousanoNot surprisingly, YouTube is a very popular place to discuss beauty. In one video, a YouTube beauty guru will be celebrating their imperfections and flaws in the hopes of empowering their subscribers. In another, they will be criticizing themselves for not wearing makeup and showing those flaws. Maria Hinojosa and Latino USA intern Pauly Denetclaw talk about makeup, beauty gurus and YouTube.Not surprisingly, YouTube is a very popular place…Not surprisingly, YouTube is a very popular place to discuss beauty. In one video, a YouTube beauty guru will be celebrating their imperfections and flaws in the hopes of empowering their subscribers. In another, they will be criticizing themselves for not wearing makeup and showing those flaws. Maria Hinojosa and Latino USA intern Pauly Denetclaw talk about makeup, beauty gurus and YouTube.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/216179286Somos Agency Challenges the Perception Of BeautyFri, 24 Jul 2015 17:41:25 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/somos-agency-challenges-the-perception-of-beauty
00:04:49latinousanoMexican American Nicholas Segura owns Somos, a talent agency based in Kansas City, that represents ethnic and multilingual talent. At Somos Agency, the perceptions of beauty are questioned and challenged every day, presenting models that are "racially ambiguous."Mexican American Nicholas Segura owns Somos, a ta…Mexican American Nicholas Segura owns Somos, a talent agency based in Kansas City, that represents ethnic and multilingual talent. At Somos Agency, the perceptions of beauty are questioned and challenged every day, presenting models that are "racially ambiguous."tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/216178567Teen Study Reveals Dangerous Chemicals In CosmeticsFri, 24 Jul 2015 17:36:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/teen-study-reveals-dangerous-chemicals-in-cosmetics
00:07:13latinousanoIn Salinas, California, home to a booming agricultural industry and a stark economic contrast between the south and east sides of town, a group of teenagers became involved in a University of California, Berkeley research study involving chemicals in cosmetics. The main chemicals the young students were focused on are a kind called "endocrine disruptors," which can be found in many of the commercially available cosmetic products in large retail stores like Wal-Mart. But less than 20% of cosmetic chemicals have been assessed for safety, meaning it's difficult to tell what effects these chemicals have on the body—especially when applied daily.
California Endowment reporting fellow Vanessa Rancaño reports on the teen researchers who helped bring new light to an ignored problem in the word of makeup.In Salinas, California, home to a booming agricul…In Salinas, California, home to a booming agricultural industry and a stark economic contrast between the south and east sides of town, a group of teenagers became involved in a University of California, Berkeley research study involving chemicals in cosmetics. The main chemicals the young students were focused on are a kind called "endocrine disruptors," which can be found in many of the commercially available cosmetic products in large retail stores like Wal-Mart. But less than 20% of cosmetic chemicals have been assessed for safety, meaning it's difficult to tell what effects these chemicals have on the body—especially when applied daily.
California Endowment reporting fellow Vanessa Rancaño reports on the teen researchers who helped bring new light to an ignored problem in the word of makeup.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/216178063Removing Tattoos Made by Abusive PartnersFri, 24 Jul 2015 17:32:48 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/removing-tattoos-made-by-abusive-partners
00:06:07latinousanoDawn Maestas is now in her forties, but she spent a big chunk of her life enduring emotional and physical abuse from her partner. When Dawn finally broke free, she decided to study aesthetics and skin care to get her life back together. And since then, she's been helping other women who have survived domestic abuse, by removing the tattoos their abusive partners left on their skin as a form of branding. Reporter Megan Kamerick brings us this story from Albuquerque, New Mexico.Dawn Maestas is now in her forties, but she spent…Dawn Maestas is now in her forties, but she spent a big chunk of her life enduring emotional and physical abuse from her partner. When Dawn finally broke free, she decided to study aesthetics and skin care to get her life back together. And since then, she's been helping other women who have survived domestic abuse, by removing the tattoos their abusive partners left on their skin as a form of branding. Reporter Megan Kamerick brings us this story from Albuquerque, New Mexico.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/216176994XtravaganzaFri, 24 Jul 2015 17:25:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/xtravaganza
00:10:52latinousanoAs a kid, Jose Gutierez studied dance professionally. He planned to become a professional modern or ballet dancer. That all changed when he got caught up in the New York nightlife of the early 80s. Instead of sticking to ballet, Jose became one of the pioneers of the dance movement known as vogue. The dance mimics the poses of magazine and runway models. Vogue roots are in Harlem's black and brown queer nightlife. Though it's been used by pop artists from Chris Brown to Beyoncé, vogue still has a home in New York's underground. Jose now leads the House of Xtrvaganza as Father, and he passes down the art of vogue to his house children.As a kid, Jose Gutierez studied dance professiona…As a kid, Jose Gutierez studied dance professionally. He planned to become a professional modern or ballet dancer. That all changed when he got caught up in the New York nightlife of the early 80s. Instead of sticking to ballet, Jose became one of the pioneers of the dance movement known as vogue. The dance mimics the poses of magazine and runway models. Vogue roots are in Harlem's black and brown queer nightlife. Though it's been used by pop artists from Chris Brown to Beyoncé, vogue still has a home in New York's underground. Jose now leads the House of Xtrvaganza as Father, and he passes down the art of vogue to his house children.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/216176326Beauty in TransitionFri, 24 Jul 2015 17:20:37 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/beauty-in-transition
00:04:42latinousanoAsher Diaz grew up in a large Puerto Rican family in Cleveland, Ohio. He spent a good twenty-some years trying to understand what it meant to be a beautiful woman, learning from his tías, tíos and the grandparents that raised him. Then, at age 24, Asher came out to his family as transgender, and began his gender transition from female to male. For our sabiduría, or words of wisdom, Asher tells us how his role models and beauty rituals changed, and the endearing moments he shared with his family along the way.Asher Diaz grew up in a large Puerto Rican family…Asher Diaz grew up in a large Puerto Rican family in Cleveland, Ohio. He spent a good twenty-some years trying to understand what it meant to be a beautiful woman, learning from his tías, tíos and the grandparents that raised him. Then, at age 24, Asher came out to his family as transgender, and began his gender transition from female to male. For our sabiduría, or words of wisdom, Asher tells us how his role models and beauty rituals changed, and the endearing moments he shared with his family along the way.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/215531992When Cuba’s Best Leave Their CountryMon, 20 Jul 2015 14:55:50 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/when-cubas-best-leave-their-country
00:06:24latinousanoCuba is a renowned baseball country, producing incredible talent like Luis Tiant, Yasiel Puig and José Abreu. But while there is glory in Cuba there is no gold, and players continually flee their country in the hopes of making it big in the U.S. and signing an almost guaranteed multi-million dollar MLB contract. So what kind of legacy do these players leave behind when they leave their home country and succeed in the U.S.?Cuba is a renowned baseball country, producing in…Cuba is a renowned baseball country, producing incredible talent like Luis Tiant, Yasiel Puig and José Abreu. But while there is glory in Cuba there is no gold, and players continually flee their country in the hopes of making it big in the U.S. and signing an almost guaranteed multi-million dollar MLB contract. So what kind of legacy do these players leave behind when they leave their home country and succeed in the U.S.?tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/214141354#1528 – BéisbolFri, 10 Jul 2015 17:04:12 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1528-beisbol
00:54:06latinousanoThis week, Latino USA explores the past, present and future of baseball. From the history of how Latino players bent the rules of the color line in the years before Jackie Robinson, to the story of how and why Dominican fans starting showing up at Boston’s notoriously white Fenway Park, to the challenges that immigrant players face on their journey to the Major Leagues.This week, Latino USA explores the past, present …This week, Latino USA explores the past, present and future of baseball. From the history of how Latino players bent the rules of the color line in the years before Jackie Robinson, to the story of how and why Dominican fans starting showing up at Boston’s notoriously white Fenway Park, to the challenges that immigrant players face on their journey to the Major Leagues.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213013825#1527 - Latino IconsThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:24:45 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1527-latino-icons
00:55:44latinousanoLatino icons are all around us, from stars like Anthony Quinn and Rita Moreno, to gathering places like San Bernardino’s Mitla Café. We take a look at these icons and their lasting legacies.Latino icons are all around us, from stars like A…Latino icons are all around us, from stars like Anthony Quinn and Rita Moreno, to gathering places like San Bernardino’s Mitla Café. We take a look at these icons and their lasting legacies.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213013658La Malinche: The Story of Mexico’s EveThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:23:42 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/la-malinche-the-story-of-mexicos-eve-1
00:06:51latinousanoLa Malinche, often referred to as “the mother of all mestizos” is one of the most controversial figures in Mexican history. She’s been called a traitor and a victim. She was a Nahua woman who acted as interpreter for the conquistadors in the early sixteenth century. She had a child with Hernan Cortes named Martín and he is often called the “first mestizo.” Mestizos are the mixed race people of Mexico that make up 60% of the country. Her legend led to the creation of the term “Malinchista.” A Malinchista is a traitor, or someone who denies their Mexican culture in favor of another.
But since the 1950s, female writers have been trying to reclaim and vindicate the story of La Malinche - not just in Mexico but also here in the U.S. Chicana writers relate to La Malinche. They too are stuck between two cultures: their Mexican heritage and the U.S. culture they live their daily lives in.
We look at who La Malinche was and what she has come to represent over time.La Malinche, often referred to as “the mother of …La Malinche, often referred to as “the mother of all mestizos” is one of the most controversial figures in Mexican history. She’s been called a traitor and a victim. She was a Nahua woman who acted as interpreter for the conquistadors in the early sixteenth century. She had a child with Hernan Cortes named Martín and he is often called the “first mestizo.” Mestizos are the mixed race people of Mexico that make up 60% of the country. Her legend led to the creation of the term “Malinchista.” A Malinchista is a traitor, or someone who denies their Mexican culture in favor of another.
But since the 1950s, female writers have been trying to reclaim and vindicate the story of La Malinche - not just in Mexico but also here in the U.S. Chicana writers relate to La Malinche. They too are stuck between two cultures: their Mexican heritage and the U.S. culture they live their daily lives in.
We look at who La Malinche was and what she has come to represent over time.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213013443Anthony Quinn Remembered with new MuralThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:22:08 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/anthony-quinn-remembered-with-new-mural-1
00:05:09latinousanoMexican-American actor Anthony Quinn was Hollywood’s first real Latino star, appearing in films like Lawrence of Arabia, Zorba the Greek and Viva Zapata! Thirteen years after his death, he remains an important icon in Hollywood—and now a new mural in Los Angeles is commemorating his career. Shara Morris looks back on Quinn’s life and impact.Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn was Hollywoo…Mexican-American actor Anthony Quinn was Hollywood’s first real Latino star, appearing in films like Lawrence of Arabia, Zorba the Greek and Viva Zapata! Thirteen years after his death, he remains an important icon in Hollywood—and now a new mural in Los Angeles is commemorating his career. Shara Morris looks back on Quinn’s life and impact.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213013302Roberto Clemente: The MusicalThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:21:07 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/roberto-clemente-the-musical-1
00:07:03latinousanoRoberto Clemente, one of the all-time great players in Major League Baseball, is nothing short of a legend in Pittsburgh where he played for the Pirates for 18 consecutive seasons through the 1950’s, 60’s and into the 70’s. Throughout his career as an outfielder, he was awarded the Gold Glove twelve times, and at his last time at bat during a regular season game he tallied his 3,000th hit—a distinction only held by eleven other players in history at the time.
But the Puerto Rican-born all-star was not just an incredible player. The first prominent Afro-Latino in the league, he became equally as known for his humanitarian work, his intolerance towards racism within the baseball, and ultimately his kind-heartedness.
In Pittsburgh, composer and baseball fan Alki Steriopoulos has written a new musical called 21 about Clemente’s life and untimely death in 1972. Erika Beras went to see the musical and learn about the impact Clemente has had on Pirates fans and beyond.
Photo by Via Tsuji via Flickr.Roberto Clemente, one of the all-time great playe…Roberto Clemente, one of the all-time great players in Major League Baseball, is nothing short of a legend in Pittsburgh where he played for the Pirates for 18 consecutive seasons through the 1950’s, 60’s and into the 70’s. Throughout his career as an outfielder, he was awarded the Gold Glove twelve times, and at his last time at bat during a regular season game he tallied his 3,000th hit—a distinction only held by eleven other players in history at the time.
But the Puerto Rican-born all-star was not just an incredible player. The first prominent Afro-Latino in the league, he became equally as known for his humanitarian work, his intolerance towards racism within the baseball, and ultimately his kind-heartedness.
In Pittsburgh, composer and baseball fan Alki Steriopoulos has written a new musical called 21 about Clemente’s life and untimely death in 1972. Erika Beras went to see the musical and learn about the impact Clemente has had on Pirates fans and beyond.
Photo by Via Tsuji via Flickr.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213013171The Infinite Dream of Chilean Pop MusicThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:19:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-infinite-dream-of-chilean-pop-music-1
00:07:25latinousanoBefore Augusto Pinochet took power in 1973, Chile was a poor country known for its rich folk traditions. During his reign, however, cultural expression was suppressed; Protest singer Victor Jarra was put to death a few days into the dictatorship. Villa Grimaldi, once a famous cultural center, was turned into a detention complex for dissidents. It wasn’t exactly that Pinochet wanted to destroy arts and culture, it’s that he wanted Chileans to make economic prosperity their top priority. But this came at a sharp creative cost.
For Chilean children of the 1980’s, the only window to the outside world was music and television imported from outside. Now that Chile has been opened to that world, it’s experienced a musical boom from those now grown-up children. But as Anne Hoffman explains, this has created a modern pop aesthetic that seems stuck in the past.Before Augusto Pinochet took power in 1973, Chile…Before Augusto Pinochet took power in 1973, Chile was a poor country known for its rich folk traditions. During his reign, however, cultural expression was suppressed; Protest singer Victor Jarra was put to death a few days into the dictatorship. Villa Grimaldi, once a famous cultural center, was turned into a detention complex for dissidents. It wasn’t exactly that Pinochet wanted to destroy arts and culture, it’s that he wanted Chileans to make economic prosperity their top priority. But this came at a sharp creative cost.
For Chilean children of the 1980’s, the only window to the outside world was music and television imported from outside. Now that Chile has been opened to that world, it’s experienced a musical boom from those now grown-up children. But as Anne Hoffman explains, this has created a modern pop aesthetic that seems stuck in the past.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213013090Chespirito: An Enduring LegacyThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:19:05 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/chespirito-an-enduring-legacy-1
00:03:38latinousanoAnyone who grew up in Latin America knows Roberto Gomez Bolaños. They don’t know him personally, but he was, and still is, in the homes of millions of people everyday.
Bolaños, better known as Chespirito, is one of Latin America's biggest television stars. His two TV shows, El Chavo del Ocho and El Chapulin Colorado were huge hits.
Even though El Chavo del Ocho ended production in 1992, it continues to carry cultural relevance.
Chespirito died at his home in Cancun, Mexico this past November at the age of 85.
We take a look at his enduring legacy.
ALFREDO ESTRELLA/AFP/Getty ImagesAnyone who grew up in Latin America knows Roberto…Anyone who grew up in Latin America knows Roberto Gomez Bolaños. They don’t know him personally, but he was, and still is, in the homes of millions of people everyday.
Bolaños, better known as Chespirito, is one of Latin America's biggest television stars. His two TV shows, El Chavo del Ocho and El Chapulin Colorado were huge hits.
Even though El Chavo del Ocho ended production in 1992, it continues to carry cultural relevance.
Chespirito died at his home in Cancun, Mexico this past November at the age of 85.
We take a look at his enduring legacy.
ALFREDO ESTRELLA/AFP/Getty Imagestag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213012963The Restaurant that Inspired Taco Bell: The Mitla CaféThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:18:00 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/the-restaurant-that-inspired-taco-bell-the-mitla-cafe
00:06:11latinousanoSometimes, a restaurant is more than a restaurant. The Mitla Café in San Bernadino, California has been a catalyst for social change since the 1930s. Cesar Chavez ate and political movements, like desegregation movements, were brainstormed there. It doesn’t hurt that their hard-shell tacos were tasty enough to inspire Taco Bell.
Sometimes, a restaurant is more than a restaurant…Sometimes, a restaurant is more than a restaurant. The Mitla Café in San Bernadino, California has been a catalyst for social change since the 1930s. Cesar Chavez ate and political movements, like desegregation movements, were brainstormed there. It doesn’t hurt that their hard-shell tacos were tasty enough to inspire Taco Bell.
tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213012959Sabiduría: Rita Moreno weighs in on InsecurityThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:17:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sabiduria-rita-moreno-weighs-in-on-insecurity-1
00:04:13latinousanoRita Moreno, the first Latina to win an Oscar and one of the 12 people in the world to have received the EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards), still gets insecure sometimes.
Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty ImagesRita Moreno, the first Latina to win an Oscar and…Rita Moreno, the first Latina to win an Oscar and one of the 12 people in the world to have received the EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards), still gets insecure sometimes.
Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Imagestag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/213012895Friendship Park: A space on the borderThu, 02 Jul 2015 22:17:23 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/friendship-park-a-space-on-the-border
00:05:00latinousanoFor many families split by the US-Mexico border, a place called Friendship Park between San Diego and Tijuana is the only place where they can meet. But the park is open only a few precious times a year. We follow one family whose members try to find each other there.For many families split by the US-Mexico border, …For many families split by the US-Mexico border, a place called Friendship Park between San Diego and Tijuana is the only place where they can meet. But the park is open only a few precious times a year. We follow one family whose members try to find each other there.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/212110348#1526 - RebelsFri, 26 Jun 2015 17:40:18 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/1526-rebels
00:55:51latinousanoFrom an actress who stars in one of the most rebellious shows out today, Orange is the New Black, to the hidden Latino history of one of the most rebellious film genres, film noir – Latino USA explores stories from the road less traveled by.From an actress who stars in one of the most rebe…From an actress who stars in one of the most rebellious shows out today, Orange is the New Black, to the hidden Latino history of one of the most rebellious film genres, film noir – Latino USA explores stories from the road less traveled by.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/212109784Selenis Leyva, success with a purposeFri, 26 Jun 2015 17:36:08 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/selenis-leyva-success-with-a-purpose
00:22:22latinousanoSelenis Leyva struggled for years as an actress of color before her big break playing Gloria on the hit Netflix show Orange is the New Black. Maria Hinojosa talks to her about how her experience informs her work and her opinions. Selenis Leyva struggled for years as an actress o…Selenis Leyva struggled for years as an actress of color before her big break playing Gloria on the hit Netflix show Orange is the New Black. Maria Hinojosa talks to her about how her experience informs her work and her opinions. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/212108271Cine Negro: Hispanic contributions to Film NoirFri, 26 Jun 2015 17:23:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/cine-negro-hispanic-contributions-to-film-noir
00:07:33latinousanoLatino USA producer, Antonia Cereijido, looks at Hispanics’ contributions to U.S. film noir and Mexican film noir. Latino USA producer, Antonia Cereijido, looks at …Latino USA producer, Antonia Cereijido, looks at Hispanics’ contributions to U.S. film noir and Mexican film noir. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/212108016Spanish Speaking Students opt out of Standardized TestsFri, 26 Jun 2015 17:21:58 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/spanish-speaking-students-opt-out-of-standardized-tests
00:05:55latinousanoAcross the country, several hundred thousand students have opted out of taking standardized tests this year. Many students and parents object to high stakes testing for philosophical or political reasons. But in Philadelphia, parents have a more immediate concern: their kids can't understand them. About one in ten students in Philadelphia public schools is an English Language Learner, yet they’re expected to take the same tests in the same language as their English-speaking peers.Across the country, several hundred thousand stud…Across the country, several hundred thousand students have opted out of taking standardized tests this year. Many students and parents object to high stakes testing for philosophical or political reasons. But in Philadelphia, parents have a more immediate concern: their kids can't understand them. About one in ten students in Philadelphia public schools is an English Language Learner, yet they’re expected to take the same tests in the same language as their English-speaking peers.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/212107729Black Lives Matter Movement transcends BordersFri, 26 Jun 2015 17:19:46 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/black-lives-matter-movement-transcends-borders
00:06:33latinousanoFor a group of young Dominicans and Haitians based in New York the Black Lives Matter movement transcends borders. In the wake of the killing of nine African Americans in Charleston, South Carolina and the subsequent deadline for mass deportations of the Haitian descended population from the Dominican Republic--their cause is clear: Black Lives Matter everywhere. Recently, they took their message to the streets of the most densely populated Dominican neighborhoods in New York City. They marched in protest of the decades-long mistreatment of dark-skinned people on the island.For a group of young Dominicans and Haitians base…For a group of young Dominicans and Haitians based in New York the Black Lives Matter movement transcends borders. In the wake of the killing of nine African Americans in Charleston, South Carolina and the subsequent deadline for mass deportations of the Haitian descended population from the Dominican Republic--their cause is clear: Black Lives Matter everywhere. Recently, they took their message to the streets of the most densely populated Dominican neighborhoods in New York City. They marched in protest of the decades-long mistreatment of dark-skinned people on the island.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/212107144Selenis Leyva wants Latinos to unite and voteFri, 26 Jun 2015 17:15:13 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/selenis-leyva-wants-latinos-to-unite-and-vote
00:04:16latinousanoBefore her almost overnight success playing Gloria Mendoza on the hit Netflix series Orange Is The New Black, Selenis Leyva struggled for years as an actress of Cuban and Dominican descent. Even when she worked with mostly Latino theater groups she was often cast in stereotypical roles as an Afro Latina. After experiencing the deep divisions within the Latino community, Selenis now speaks out against those divisions. For our sabiduría, or words of wisdom, Selenis tells us she’s using her success to speak out against divisions, and to get Latinos to speak out at the voting booth this coming electionBefore her almost overnight success playing Glori…Before her almost overnight success playing Gloria Mendoza on the hit Netflix series Orange Is The New Black, Selenis Leyva struggled for years as an actress of Cuban and Dominican descent. Even when she worked with mostly Latino theater groups she was often cast in stereotypical roles as an Afro Latina. After experiencing the deep divisions within the Latino community, Selenis now speaks out against those divisions. For our sabiduría, or words of wisdom, Selenis tells us she’s using her success to speak out against divisions, and to get Latinos to speak out at the voting booth this coming electiontag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211086897Sabiduría: Cherríe Moraga on How to Live FreeFri, 19 Jun 2015 18:13:30 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/sabiduria-cherrie-moraga-on-how-to-live-free
00:02:27latinousanoFor our Sabiduría, we return to Cherríe Moraga. She brings us advice on how to live a free life.For our Sabiduría, we return to Cherríe Moraga. S…For our Sabiduría, we return to Cherríe Moraga. She brings us advice on how to live a free life.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211085653L.A. Band Features World's First Trans MariachiFri, 19 Jun 2015 18:03:57 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/la-band-features-first-ever-trans-mariachi
00:04:37latinousanoLatino USA talks to the members of Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Ángeles, a mariachi band in L.A. that features the first openly transgender woman in mariachi history. Latino USA talks to the members of Mariachi Arcoi…Latino USA talks to the members of Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Ángeles, a mariachi band in L.A. that features the first openly transgender woman in mariachi history. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211085645Diversity in Geekdom - CosplayFri, 19 Jun 2015 18:03:54 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/diversity-in-geekdom-cosplay
00:09:39latinousanoWe continue our series on diversity in geekdom by talking about cosplay, or costume play. We hear from women who find strength in playing characters and the harassment they've faced while doing so.We continue our series on diversity in geekdom by…We continue our series on diversity in geekdom by talking about cosplay, or costume play. We hear from women who find strength in playing characters and the harassment they've faced while doing so.tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211085632Managua Nicaragua's Hall of FemmeFri, 19 Jun 2015 18:03:48 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/managua-nicaraguas-hall-of-femme
00:08:27latinousanoHall of Femme is a gathering where Nicaraguan women who rap, do graffiti and break dance come together to compete and connect to other women who share their interest in hip-hop culture. Hall of Femme is a gathering where Nicaraguan wom…Hall of Femme is a gathering where Nicaraguan women who rap, do graffiti and break dance come together to compete and connect to other women who share their interest in hip-hop culture. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211085599Princess Nokia's Smart Girl ClubFri, 19 Jun 2015 18:03:34 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/princess-nokias-smart-girl-club
00:08:07latinousanoDestiny Frasqueri, aka Princess Nokia, and Arianna Maya Gil, are best friends, business partners and astrological soulmates. The pair talk about what it means to be urban feminists supporting each other creatively and emotionally. Destiny Frasqueri, aka Princess Nokia, and Ariann…Destiny Frasqueri, aka Princess Nokia, and Arianna Maya Gil, are best friends, business partners and astrological soulmates. The pair talk about what it means to be urban feminists supporting each other creatively and emotionally. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/211084009Cherríe Moraga and the Importance of Chicana FeminismFri, 19 Jun 2015 17:50:55 +0000https://soundcloud.com/latinousa/cherrie-moraga-and-the-importance-of-chicana-feminism
00:11:58latinousanoCherríe Moraga explains why the ideas in her seminal feminist anthology This Bridge Called My Back are needed now more than ever.Cherríe Moraga explains why the ideas in her semi…Cherríe Moraga explains why the ideas in her seminal feminist anthology This Bridge Called My Back are needed now more than ever.